Master of Arts in New Testament
Deerfield, IL
With a commitment to biblical literacy and practical application, the Master’s in New Testament is a specialized degree focusing on the text of the early church. This program is excellent preparation for further academic work at the graduate or doctoral level. It also can prepare you for ministry careers in teaching at some Christian secondary schools or Christian colleges. Whether you are interested in pursuing a career in academia and/or writing or hoping to serve in a ministry role, the MA/NT will provide you the grounding in Scripture you need.
BIBLE AND THEOLOGY CORE: 9 HOURS |
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| Course | Title | Credits |
| ID 5000 | Biblical Theology and Interpretation | 3 hours |
| ST 5201 | Theology I: The God of the Gospel | 3 hours |
| ST 5202 | Theology II: The Gospel of God | 3 hours |
NEW TESTAMENT CORE: 24 HOURS |
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| Required: | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| NT 5251 | NT Greek Exegesis I | 2 hours |
| NT 5252 | NT Greek Exegesis II | 2 hours |
| NT 8911 or ID 7900 |
New Testament Research
Theological Research Methods |
2 hours |
| Electives Studies in New Testament |
18-20 hours | |
| Note: One course may be an OT course | ||
| Note: Up to 3 hours of the Capstone may be applied in the Concentration Core |
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| The following courses in other departments may be completed in the Concentration Core: | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| ST 7395 | Hermeneutics | 3 hours |
FIELD EDUCATION & CAPSTONE |
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| Course | Title | Credits |
| PT 5090 | Field Ed (two semesters) | –or– |
| PT 5090 | Field Ed (one semester) and ID 5080 Formation Group (two semesters) | 0 hours |
MA/NT Capstone (1–3 hours) |
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| Course | Title | Credits |
| NT 7477 | MA Major Comprehensive Exam | 1 hour |
| Option 1: | ||
| NT 7485 | MA Thesis | |
| Option 2: | ||
| NT 7980 & 7980 |
MA Major Research Paper and MA Major Research Paper |
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David-Wesley Field’23
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Experience a classroom setting like none other. At Trinity, you will study under leading theologians, experts, and renowned authors in their specific field. Our professors will not only teach you but invest in your life. Hear from Dr. Jipp and faculty how the MA in New Testament program prepares you for your academic and ministry goals.
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 Trinity 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.
Dana Harris
Professor
PREREQUISITES
In addition to the requirements for general admission, you’ll need the following:
- 6 semester hours of Bible including Old and New Testament surveys; or TEDS OT 5000 and NT 5000
- An undergraduate major in Bible or its equivalent that includes a minimum of 30 hours in Bible/Greek/theology (12 or more in Bible; beginning languages are not considered Bible courses)
- Proficiency in biblical Greek at a level equivalent to completion of TEDS NT 4031 (two years of undergraduate Greek; testing for placement)
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