Master of Theology

The Master of Theology (ThM) program is a two-year advanced program oriented toward theological research and teaching and designed for persons who aspire to teach in the church or an academic institution. The ThM program offers three (3) distinctive concentrations to choose from: Biblical Studies, Theology/ Church History, and Practical Theology.

Applicants for the ThM and DMin programs must possess an MDiv (the minimum degree) from an accredited institution or its equivalent with a GPA of B (3.0) or higher, and a minimum of three (3) years pastoral church ministry experience and/ or seminary/college teaching experience.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants with an MA degree with be considered for admission but will be required to complete the MDiv equivalent program (48 units) before starting the ThM or DMin program.

Biblical Studies Curriculum 

Biblical Studies Course Unit
Part I Prerequisites 1 Master of Divinity or MDiv Equivalent 48
2 Basic Biblical Languages (Hebrew or Greek Equivalent) 12
3 Research Formatting 2
4 Bible Knowledge Test (waived for the 2nd-degree program at ITS)
Part II Required Courses 1 Research Methodology 3
2 Core Courses or Concentration 18
3 Systematic Theology 6
Part III Elective Courses 9
Part IV Thesis or Research Writing 6

 

Theology/ Church History Curriculum 

Theology/Church History Course Unit
Part I Prerequisites 1 Completed Master of Divinity or MA Equivalency 48
2 Basic Systematic Theology of Church History 12
3 Research Formatting 2
4 Bible Knowledge Test (waived for the 2nd-degree program at ITS)
Part II Required Courses 1 Research Methodology 3
2 Core Courses or Concentration 15
3 Systematic Theology 6
Part III Elective Courses 9
Part IV Thesis or Research Writing 6

 

Practical Theology Curriculum 

Practical Theology Course Unit
Part I Prerequisites 1 Completed Master of Divinity or MA Equivalency 48
2 Research Formatting 2
3 Bible Knowledge Test (waived for the 2nd-degree program at ITS)
Part II Required Courses 1 Research Methodology 6
2 Core Courses or Concentration 15
3 Systematic Theology 6
Part III Elective Courses 6
Part IV Thesis or Research Writing 6