Master of Theology (ThM)
Credit Hours
Years
The Master of Theology (ThM) is an advanced master of theology degree designed for students seeking deep expertise in biblical studies, systematic theology, and advanced research. This 29-credit program builds on the Master of Divinity and emphasizes biblical languages, thesis research, and specialized theological study. The ThM prepares students for doctoral programs (PhD or ThD) and is ideal for those pursuing academic teaching, advanced research, or enhanced preaching and ministry effectiveness.
Required Courses
Systematic Theology
Research
Biblical Languages
Ministry Concentration Overview
In addition to 6 credit hours of ministry core, MM and MDiv students have the option to customize 8 credit hours with either one of the ministry concentrations listed below. MA(BS) students will take 6 credit hours of any ministry skills courses in addition to the required ministry courses. While the core courses lay the foundation for a multifaceted ministry, the concentration courses address the students’ need for ministry skills unique to the students’ concentration.
Biblical Counseling
Entry Requirements
✔️ Master of Divinity (minimum 90 credit hours, including one year each of biblical Greek and Hebrew), or equivalent
✔️ Minimum GPA of 3.0
✔️ Students who haven’t completed biblical language requirements may enroll but must complete first-year language courses
✔️ Completion of graduate admissions requirements (essay, recommendations, transcripts, ID)
Why This Program
✔️ Develop advanced exegetical skills in Hebrew and Greek
✔️ Conduct focused, high-level theological research
✔️ Prepare for doctoral studies or advanced academic ministry roles
Program Learning Objectives
Upon completion, students will be able to:
✔️ Exegete biblical texts in original Hebrew and Greek
✔️ Conduct advanced research in a specialized area of theology
GRACE IN ACTION
From transforming inner-city communities in Houston, Texas, to planting churches in the mountains of Nepal, Grace School of Theology students and alumni are creating ripples of grace in over forty nations, teaching and living out the love of Christ, a love that cannot be earned and cannot be lost.
Stephanie Sayson
Master of Ministry (MM)
Empowered by Grace to Make Disciples of Jesus
Erwin Amador
Doctor of Ministry (DMin)
Leaders are Learners
Roland Wade Peete
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS)
Being Prepared to Fulfill God’s Calling in the Ministry
