College of
Biblical Studies
Learn within an active archeaological community
The TSU College of Biblical Studies awards degrees at the graduate and doctoral levels (see the Undergraduate Degree Programs Fact Sheet for bachelor’s degree overviews). Committed to the Divine inspiration and authority of the Bible, the College offers a rich variety of courses, supported by faculty members who are qualified in and dedicated to their teaching disciplines. Members of the College’s international faculty routinely participate in lectures, seminars and symposia held at the TSU campus in Albuquerque and other venues.
Degree Programs
College of Biblical Studies Fact Sheet
Master of Arts/Divinity
MA Requirements
48 Total Semester Credit Hours (SCH)
A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) including 35 SCH general studies (or equivalent)
Biblical languages are not required, but are highly recommended
MDiv Requirements
66 Total Semester Credit Hours (SCH)
A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
Biblical languages are not required, but are highly recommended
Core Courses
All courses are 3 SCH
BS511 Biblical Hermeneutics
BS521 Christian Apologetics
BS620 OT: Pentateuch
BS621 OT: Historical Books
BS623 OT: Wisdom Literature & Psalms
BS624 OT: Prophetic Literature
BS610 Intertestamental History and NT Context
BS611 NT: Gospels & Acts
BS612 NT: Letters & Revelation
Elective Courses
All courses are 3 SCH, courses may also be selected from other TSU Colleges.
BS512 Biblical Exegesis and Exposition
BS531 OT Backgrounds
BS532 OT Book Exposition
BS533 Old Testament Survey
BS672 New Testament Textual Criticism
BS681 Thinking Critically About the Old Testament
BS682 Thinking Critically About the New Testament
BS692 NT Book Exposition
Doctor of Philosophy or Ministry
Requirements
45 Total Semester Credit Hours (SCH)
A relevant master’s degree or equivalent including all the courses listed in the archeology MA track.
A good working knowledge of both biblical Hebrew and Greek as demonstrated by course work and/or personal evaluation may be required, depending on the area of concentration.
Section 1
15 SCH:
Doctoral Reading & Research in major focus area (as assigned by Academic Advisor in consultation with the Dean)
Section 2
15 SCH:
Doctoral Seminars in major focus area (as assigned by Academic Advisor in consultation with the Dean)
Section 3
15 SCH:
BS985 Dissertation/Project: Writing, Defense, & Publication