Master's Degree in
Ethics, Theology and Culture
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36 hours
36 hours
FORMAT
On Campus | Online
On Campus | Online
This program will be available starting Fall 2025
The pace of cultural change in an increasingly globalized world is a source of optimism for some and anxiety for others. The need has never been greater for wise Christian engagement that is both prepared for the challenges of intercultural ministry and equipped to offer biblically based moral analysis and guidance to pressing ethical issues. This program provides interdisciplinary study in the areas of: 1) ethics with specialization in bioethics, 2) intercultural studies applied to global and Western contexts, and 3) human flourishing that integrates studies in ethics, social sciences, public health, and holistic mission. Students develop knowledge and practice of ethical and cross-cultural engagement within their area of concentration preparing for a range of service in non-profit and mission organizations, healthcare, advocacy, and the local church. The program is designed for both busy professionals who will continue their professional responsibilities and for those seeking a graduate degree full time. The program may be completed in residence or remotely.
Program Outcomes
Students graduating from this program will be able to:
- employ scriptural and theological frameworks for addressing contemporary issues in ethics and challenges in intercultural engagement
- increase awareness of current and emerging issues in diverse contexts for ethics, especially those in medical, scientific, and technological contexts
- gain deeper insights into the nature of human cultures and cross-cultural communication.
- develop skills in the practice, analysis, and strategies for ethical and intercultural engagement
- grow in appreciation of human flourishing and passion to participate in God’s mission in the world
Why TEDS?
Trinity has been entrusted with the Gospel since 1897, and every day we are called to live with purpose. Our purpose as a divinity school is to know the Gospel, live the Gospel and make the Gospel known. In today’s ever-changing culture, Trinity immerses students in a community of biblical orthodoxy and practical living. The TEDS faculty is among the most widely published in evangelical academia and has deeply influenced the leaders shaping the present and future of evangelical Christianity across the globe.
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Concentrations
The MA in Ethics, Theology, and Culture has three concentrations. Students choose one of the three concentrations and complete the concentration core.
- Bioethics: The Bioethics concentration equips students to analyze bioethical issues in medicine, science, and technology and to engage bioethical challenges across various cultural contexts.
- Intercultural Studies: The Intercultural Studies concentration equips students for the practice of cross-cultural mission, drawing upon theological, historical, and social scientific disciplines.
- Human Flourishing: The Human Flourishing concentration equips students for service in the church, NGO, or parachurch ministry with an increased understanding of human culture, ethics, values, and human flourishing. This concentration is customized to fit the student’s context and vocation.
Prerequisites
In addition to the requirements for general admission, you’ll need the following:
- Applicants must possess a baccalaureate degree, or the educational equivalent, from a recognized accredited institution.
- The applicant’s undergraduate grade point average must be a minimum of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Curriculum
This program will be available starting Fall 2025
- Theology Core – 10hrs.
- Ethics & Culture Core – 8hrs.
- Choose a Concentration – 8hrs.
- Bioethics
- Foundations of Bioethics
- Clinical Issues in Bioethics
- Life and Death Bioethics
- Ethics of Emerging Technologies
- Intercultural Studies
- Evangelism & the Local Church
- Hist Expansion of Chty
- Theology of M&E
- Gospel in Cultural Context
- Human Flourishing
- Students meet with the Program Director to customize core concentration courses
- Bioethics
- Electives – 8hrs.
- Formation Group (1 semester)
- Capstone – 2hrs.
TOTAL: 36hrs.
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Combining unrivaled academic rigor with a wholehearted commitment to gospel fidelity and an abundance of flexible options, TEDS offers a theological education that equips you to serve Christ with wisdom and grace, in truth and love.
Ethics, Theology, and Culture Faculty
Bioethics
Intercultural Studies