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Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Lay educators, scholars, and those preparing for doctoral study
- Total Credits
- 36
- Courses
- 12
- Tuition
- Tuition-Free
- Delivery
- Online + Study Centers
An academically rigorous degree for lay educators, scholars, and those preparing for doctoral study. The MATS provides broad formation across biblical studies, historical and systematic theology, ethics, and Anglican spiritual classics, with a capstone thesis or comprehensive exam.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Two academic or ministerial letters of recommendation
- Writing sample demonstrating theological reflection
- Statement of academic and vocational goals
Courses
Total: 36 credits — 12 courses
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Subject | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MATS501
|
Introduction to the Old Testament | 3 | Biblical Studies | Archbishop Randall Pike, PhD |
MATS502
|
Introduction to New Testament | 3 | Biblical Studies | Archbishop Randall Pike, PhD |
MATS503
|
Historical Theology I: Patristic to Medieval | 3 | Church History | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
MATS504
|
Historical Theology II: Reformation to Modern | 3 | Church History | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
MATS505
|
Systematic Theology: God, Creation, Sin | 3 | Systematic Theology | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
MATS506
|
Systematic Theology: Christ, Salvation, Eschatology | 3 | Systematic Theology | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
MATS507
|
Christian Ethics & Public Theology | 3 | Ethics | Bishop Zerai Hagos, PhD |
MATS508
|
Liturgy & Sacraments | 3 | Liturgics | TBA |
MATS509
|
Anglican Spiritual Classics | 3 | Anglican Studies | Bishop Zerai Hagos, PhD |
MATS510
|
Research & Writing for Theology | 3 | Research Methods | TBA |
MATS511
|
Elective I | 3 | — | Staff |
MATS512
|
Elective II (Capstone: Thesis or Exam) | 3 | Research Methods | TBA |
| Total | 36 credits | |||