College of Biblical & Theological Studies
diving deeply into scripture
The College of Theological Studies provides an understanding of the history, context, and message of Christian theology, and explores answers to significant questions of life and purpose. Through this concentration in Theological Studies, students will focus intently on church history and thought, the kingdom of God, and will dive deeply into some of the most significant passages of Scripture as the core of the theologian’s task.
Degree Programs
College of Theological Studies Fact Sheet
Master of Arts
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.
Master of Divinity
Requirements
66 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.
Core Courses
All courses are 3 SCH
COURSES in BIBLICAL STUDIES:
BS511 Biblical Hermeneutics
BS530 Biblical Exegesis & Exposition
BS521 Christian Apologetics
BS542 English Tools for Biblical Languages
BS571 New Testament Historical Books
BS573 New Testament Epistles: 1 Corinthians to Jude
BS582 Thinking Critically about the Old Testament
BS583 Thinking Critically about the New Testament
COURSES in THEOLOGICAL STUDIES:
TH492 Theology of the New Testament
TH505 Exegetical Theology
TH509 Theological Survey NT I
TH510 Theological Survey NT II
TH551 History of Christian Thought I
TH552 History of Christian Thought II
TH603 Theology of the Book of Romans
TH604 Theology of the Book of Hebrews
TH606 Theology of the Book of Revelation
TH900 Independent Study
TH901 Independent Study
Elective Courses
Courses may be selected from other TSU Colleges.
TH506 Theological Survey OT I
TH507 Theological Survey OT II
TH508 Theological Survey OT III
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:
TH985 Dissertation/Project: Writing, Defense, & Publication