Master of Theological Studies
Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.) The Master of Theological Studies at Vision International University is a scholarly program developed in cooperation with The Institute of Theological Studies (ITS). This program is ideal for individuals who aim to deepen their expertise in Christian theology with a focus on academic study, research, and teaching, particularly those interested in socio-religious issues. Program Prerequisites:- A prerequisite of 15 credit hours in Biblical Studies or Theology.
- Completing the Bachelor's core courses is required for applicants without a bachelor’s degree in Bible, theology, social or behavioral sciences, or humanities.
- To engage students in rigorous academic study.
- To explore foundational issues in Christian theology.
- To provide a theological basis for ministerial service despite its primary focus on historical, systematic, and biblical theology.
- Advanced Leadership and Administration
- Survey of Church History
- History of the Charismatic Movements
- Evangelism and the Local Church
- The Pastoral Epistles
- The Gospels/Life of Christ
- The Epistles and Revelation
- The Book of Psalms
- The Christian and Old Testament Theology
- Christian Worldview
- Contemporary Theology I
- Introduction to World Missions
- Pastoral Care & Counseling:
- Focuses on integrating psychology and theology to offer biblical counseling strategies, addressing crises, addictions, and pastoral care for the elderly.
- Christian Education:
- Prepares students for roles in Christian educational settings, focusing on philosophy, curriculum development, and teaching methodology within a Christian framework.
- Collaboration with The Institute of Theological Studies enhances the academic rigor and breadth of theological education offered.
- Flexibility allows students to tailor their studies to specific areas of interest within theology or related fields.
- Prepares graduates for potential doctoral studies or various professional roles in academia, church leadership, or community engagement.
The twelve courses listed comprise the degree Master of Theological Studies. Substitutions are subject to the approval of the Academic Dean. Substitution may be made if some of the courses listed below have already been taken Graduate transcripts of courses must be furnished. The curriculum, produced by some of the world’s top biblical scholars and theologians in cooperation with The Institute of Theological Studies (ITS), serves persons who wish to explore disciplines within Christian theology.
Prerequisite
The Master of Theological studies requires a prerequisite 15 credit hours in Biblical Studies or Theology. Students seeking admission into the Master of Theological Studies degree program that do not possess a bachelor’s degree in Bible, theology, social or behavioral science, or the humanities, must complete the Bachelor’s core courses as a prerequisite to admission.
Objectives of the Program
The M.T.S. is especially suited for persons interested in some aspect of teaching and research or engagement in socio-religious issues. The program is designed to equip men and women for further study, research, or teaching.
Goals
The M.T.S. degree program has as its goals that students undertake a rigorous course of academic study that will provide an opportunity to explore foundational issues in Christian theology.
Program of Study
The program focuses on historical, systematic, and biblical theology. Professional ministry issues are not a focus of this program. Nevertheless, the program is designed to provide a theological foundation for ministerial service. The program consists of 12 courses, 3 semester credit hours each, for a total of 36 credit hours. There is no required thesis or research project.