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Master Programs

MASTER OF DIVINITY (M.Div.) Program

The Master of Divinity is the foundational graduate degree program for a career in ministry. The M.Div. program at WTS is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge of the Bible and Christian theology and to train students in the skills needed for effective gospel ministry.

The M.Div. at WTS requires 90 credit hours of prescribed studies for the completion of the degree.  The curriculum is composed of 48 credit hours of biblical and theological studies, 24 credit hours of missions, evangelism, and ministry studies, and 18 credit hours of free electives.

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MASTER OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (M.C.E.) Program

The Master of Christian Education program is a professional degree program that prepares students for specialized ministry in Christian education. 

The M.C.E. at WTS requires a minimum of 42 credit hours of prescribed studies for the completion of the degree.  The curriculum covers basic Biblical and Theological Studies of 15 credit hours, 21 credit hours of Christian Education major requirements, and 6 credit hours of free electives.

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M.Div Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Explain the socio-cultural backgrounds and nature of the Old and New Testament Scriptures.

  • Effectively communicate biblical message by applying hermeneutical and exegetical principles.

  • Analyze the historical development of Christian doctrine in terms of its implications for contemporary situations.

  • Produce graduate level research papers that are well organized, well supported, and correctly cited and formatted in assigned styles. 

  • Perform advanced ministry skills including preaching, counseling, and leadership.

 

 

Graduation Requirements:

  • Completion of 90 credit hours of prescribed studies in the curriculum and have completed a minimum 25% of full-time residency as a student at WTS. Thesis, dissertation, or project is not applicable to this degree program.

  • Achieve a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point.

  • Clear all indebtedness and other obligations to the Seminary.

  • Complete an exit interview conducted by the Academic and Business Offices, if applicable.

M.Div. Curriculum (Total 90 Credit hours)

 

Biblical and Theological Studies: 48 Credits

  • Hebrew Syntax and Exegesis

  • Biblical Hermeneutics

  • Greek Syntax and Exegesis

  • Introduction to Church History

  • Reformation

  • Systematic Theology

  • Introduction to Philosophy

  • Introduction to Christian Ethics

  • Personal Spiritual Disciplines

  • Introduction to the Old Testament

  • Introduction to the New Testament


Missions, Evangelism and Ministry: 24 Credits

  • Worldview and Apologetics

  • Christian Preaching

  • Christian Teaching

  • Preaching Practicum

  • The Worshiping Church

  • Personal Evangelism

  • Introduction to Missiology

  • Introduction to Biblical Counseling

  • Christian Leadership

  • Pastoral Ministry

  • The Worshiping Church

  • Discipleship and Family Ministry


General Elective: 18 Credits

M.C.E. Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Students will be able to demonstrate ability to assess the biblical, philosophical, and theological foundation of Christian education ministries.

  • Students will be able to identify and interpret the spiritual development and learning processes for leadership, teaching, and interpersonal, intercultural relationships.

  • Students will be able to integrate systematic and historical theology into a larger biblical meta-narrative.

  • Students will be able to demonstrate a growing, Christlikeness in character and a deeper understanding of the calling to ministry.

  • Students will be able to demonstrate competence in various educational ministries.

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Graduation Requirements:

  • Complete 42 credit hours of prescribed studies in the curriculum and have completed a minimum 25% of full-time residency as a student at WTS. Thesis, dissertation, or project is not applicable to this degree program.

  • Achieve a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point.

  • Clear all indebtedness and other obligations to the Seminary.

  • Complete an exit interview conducted by the Academic and Business Offices, if applicable.

M.C.E. Curriculum (Total 42 Credit hours)

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Biblical and Theological Studies: 15 Credits

  • Introduction to the Old Testament

  • Introduction to the New Testament

  • Systematic Theology


Christian Education Concentration: 21 Credits

  • Introduction to Christian Education

  • Foundation of Christian Education

  • Christian Leadership

  • Team Ministry Relations

  • Changes and Conflicts Management

  • Worldview and Culture Management

  • Christian Teaching


General Elective: 6 Credits

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