Masters degree in Religion at Andrews University

The Master of Arts in Religion is an academic program involving one year of specialized study beyond the baccalaureatedegree level. The MA in Religion degree is offered with these orientations: (1) Research Orientation which requires a thesis and a modern language relevant to the student' s research, usually French or German; and (2) General Academic Orientation, which requires comprehensive examinations. The program requires a minimum of 32 credits. Only 500- and 600-level courses are accepted. The purpose of this program is to provide specialized training within the broader setting of the various disciplines of the Seminary.

Students may choose an area of emphasis from those listed below:
• Archaeology and History of Antiquity
• Biblical-Theological Studies (Affiliation and Extension Programs)
• Biblical and Cognate Languages
• Church History
• Intercultural Studies
• Intertestamental (Jewish) Studies
• Jewish and Muslim Faiths
• Mission Studies
• New Testament Studies
• Old Testament Studies
• Theological Studies

The MA in Religion degree with the research orientation is designed to fulfill the needs of students planning further graduate study in biblical studies, religion, or theology. The general academic orientation should fulfill the needs of students who plan to engage in religious or secular endeavors which require a strong background
in an emphasis. The MA in Religion is offered both on campus and at affiliation and extension centers outside the United States. When offered at affiliation sites, the program may reflect context-sensitive needs in its curriculum as approved by the seminary faculty.