Shiloh University - Master of Divinity

Master of Divinity

The Master of Divinity program is focused on ministry training.

The goal of the Master of Divinity program is to equip the student for the continued study, application, and ministering of the Word of God. Key studies include Biblical languages, Biblical research, Old Testament and New Testament, history of the church, theology, preaching and teaching, spiritual counsel, spiritual life, leadership and administration, church growth, and mentored pastoral experience.

This program of study has the same core courses as the Master of Arts in Biblical and Pastoral Studies, plus an additional 29 units comprised mainly of Biblical language, Biblical studies, history and theological studies.

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Degree Purposes

The Master of Divinity degree program seeks to:

Provide students with a Biblical, doctrinal, historical, practical, and personal foundation for ministry with a "Spirit-filled" distinctive.
Develop research and analytical skills necessary for the ministry and for ongoing Biblical studies.
Develop communication skills necessary for the ministry.
Assist students in developing a Biblical worldview and lifestyle.
Develop a commitment to lifelong learning, growth, and ministry.

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Degree Learning Outcomes

Through a study of foundational Biblical and ministry studies, Biblical languages, research and communication skills, students will be able to:

Demonstrate a basic knowledge of authorship, historical background, structure and themes of the books of the Bible.
Demonstrate knowledge of church history and basic doctrines from a Spirit-filled perspective.
Study the Bible using inductive methods.
Perform effective research and exegetical analysis of Scripture using sound hermeneutical principles.
Use original language tools to exegete passages of Scripture.
Communicate the Scripture with clarity and conviction.
Demonstrate knowledge and competency to perform the basic tasks of ministry – church planting, salvation, healing, counsel, teaching, leadership, and administration.
Apply scriptural truths and principles in areas of ministry.

Articulate a Christian worldview and lifestyle.
Demonstrate a lifelong commitment to learning, spiritual development, and ministry.

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Number of Units Necessary to Earn Master of Divinity Degree

The Master of Divinity degree is a three year program consisting of 89 units. Up to 15 units may be transferred in toward the degree requirements for applicable Biblical studies courses.

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Master of Divinity Degree Prerequisites

See Admissions—Master's Program to review prerequisites and other admission requirements.

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Graduation Requirements

To graduate with the Master of Divinity degree the student will:

Complete the minimum number of units required.
Complete the courses in the degree program.
Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
Satisfy any residency/on-campus requirements.
Fulfill any outstanding school financial obligations.

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Required Courses

Master of Divinity Degree Requirements Requirements (Courses)	Units
Biblical Languages
BL 501 / 502 – Hebrew Studies 1 & 2 – 8 units	8
BL 503 / 504 – Greek Studies 1 & 2 – 8 units	8
Church History
CH 501 – Survey Church History – 3 units	3
CH 502 – Survey of Christian Thought – 3 units	3
CH 504 – History of Spiritual Outpourings & Revival – 3 units	3
General Skills
GS 101 – Library Tutorial – 1 unit	1
GS 501 – Biblical Research, Writing, and Grammar – 3 units	3
GS 502 – Computerized Bible Studies – 3 units	3
Mentored Field Ministry
MM 501 – Mentored Pastoral Experience – 3 units	3
Ministry Studies
MT 501 – Spiritual Formation – 3 units	3
MT 506 – Homiletics – 3 units	3
MT 507 – Hermeneutics – 3 units	3
MT 509 – History of Missions– 3 units	3
MT 510 – Divine Healing and Miracles – 3 units	3
MT 511 – Principles of Spiritual Counsel – 3 units	3
MT 512 – Biblical Curriculum and Sermon Development – 3 units	3
New Testament
NT 501 – Introduction to the New Testament – 3 units	3
Old Testament
OT 501 – Introduction to the Old Testament – 3 units	3
OT 502 – Historical Geography of Israel – 3 units	3
Systematic Theology
ST 501 – Systematic Theology 1 – 3 units	3
ST 502 – Systematic Theology 2 – 3 units	3

Electives (six of the following)	18
BL 506 – 3rd Trimester Greek – 3 units
BL 508 – Greek Exegetical Course – 3 units
FL 305 – Portuguese 1 – 4 units
FL 306 – Portuguese 2 – 4 units
NT 504 – Gospels, the Life of Christ – 3 units
NT 507 – Acts of the Apostles – 3 units
NT 508 – Epistles and Revelation – 3 units
NT 511 – The Christian and New Testament Theology – 3 units
OT 509 – The Christian and Old Testament Theology – 3 units
PL 501 – Leading a Church Service – 3 units
PL 510 – Leadership and Administration – 3 units
PL 512 – Church Law – 3 units
ST 505 – Pentecostal and Charismatic Theology – 3 units
Total Minimum Required Units	89