Since there are a number of students who legitimately desire to pursue theological studies without fulfilling requirements from the Master of Divinity curriculum, Grace Theological Seminary offers a 60-credit hour program in theological, ministry and Biblical background studies. The following types of students are encouraged to consider this program:

1) Those already having had several years of vocational ministry experience who desire further theological study in order to be better prepared for the pastoral role.
2) Bible college graduates having had Greek and at least twelve credit hours of pastoral ministry-related courses (including an internship).
3) Students desiring additional theological study for their particular non-pastoral ministry field.

This is a terminal degree program for those who do not plan to pursue a Doctor of Ministry degree in the future. Students desiring to prepare for vocational pastoral ministry or missionary service are encouraged to enroll in one of the Master of Divinity programs.

Curriculum

Theology Core: 18 hours

Systematic Theology I
Systematic Theology II
Old Testament Theology
New Testament Theology
History of Doctrine
Advanced Systematic Theology

Biblical Interpretation Core: 15 hours

Hermeneutics
Bible Exposition I
Old Testament Introduction
New Testament Introduction
Expository Preaching and Teaching

Cultural Context Core: 3 hours

Intercultural Ministry

Spiritual Formation Core: 6 hours

Spiritual Formation
Principles and Practice of Prayer

Public Ministry and Leadership Core: 12 hours

Leadership in the Local Church
Interpersonal Communication and Conflict Management
Counseling in the Local Church
Philosophy of Ministry

Electives: 6 hours
Suggested elective:
Seminar in Worship