Trinity Offers Five Degrees at the Master’s level in the School of Biblical and Theological Studies:
Program course listings are typical representations of requirements. Course listings, however, may be customized through admissions to meet specific ministry needs.
Master of Arts in Bible and Theology
RW 001 Trinity Tutorial – 0 credits
Major Core – 15 credits
- BS 518 Biblical Hermeneutics
- TH 511 Theology I
- TH 512 Theology II
- TH 683 Old Testament Theology
- TH 533 New Testament Theology
Bible and Theology Core Electives – 12 credits
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
Electives – 6 credits
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
Spiritual Formation Core – 3 credits
- SF 501 Scripture Study Techniques
- SF 502 Spiritual Warfare
- SF 503 Prayer and Personal Holiness
Total Credits: 36
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (with Electives)
RW 001 Trinity Tutorial – 0 credits
Major Core – 18 credits
- RW 610 Understanding Bibliographic Research
- BS 518 Biblical Hermeneutics
- BS 624 Old Testament Backgrounds
- BS 625 Social Science Study of the New Testament
- BS 677 Primary Source Studies
- BS 628 New Testament Use of the Old Testament
Bible and Theology Core Electives – 18 credits
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
Electives – 6 credits
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
Spiritual Formation Core – 3 credits
- SF 501 Scripture Study Techniques
- SF 502 Spiritual Warfare
- SF 503 Prayer and Personal Holiness
RW 605 Master’s Thesis – 3 credits
Total Credits: 48
Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies (with Electives)
RW 001 Trinity Tutorial – 0 credits
Major Core – 21 credits
- RW 610 Understanding Bibliographic Research
- BS 518 Biblical Hermeneutics
- TH 683 Old Testament Theology
- TH 533 New Testament Theology
- TH 511 Theology I
- TH 512 Theology II
- TH 545 Principles of Contemporary Theology
Bible and Theology Core Electives – 15 credits
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
Electives – 6 credits
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
Spiritual Formation Core – 3 credits
- SF 501 Scripture Study Techniques
- SF 502 Spiritual Warfare
- SF 503 Prayer and Personal Holiness
RW 605 Master’s Thesis – 3 credits
Total Credits: 48
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (with Languages)
RW 001 Trinity Tutorial – 0 credits
Major Core – 18 credits
- RW 610 Understanding Bibliographic Research
- BS 518 Biblical Hermeneutics
- BS 624 Old Testament Backgrounds
- BS 625 Social Science Study of the New Testament
- BS 677 Primary Source Studies
- BS 628 New Testament Use of the Old Testament
Bible and Theology Core Electives – 6 credits
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
Languages – 12 credits
- LG 593 Biblical Hebrew I
- LG 594 Biblical Hebrew II
- LG 693 Biblical Greek I
- LG 694 Biblical Greek II
Electives – 6 credits
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
Spiritual Formation Core – 3 credits
- SF 501 Scripture Study Techniques
- SF 502 Spiritual Warfare
- SF 503 Prayer and Personal Holiness
RW 605 Master’s Thesis – 3 credits
Total Credits: 48
Master of Arts in Theology (with Languages)
RW 001 Trinity Tutorial – 0 credits
Major Core – 21 credits
- RW 610 Understanding Bibliographic Research
- BS 518 Biblical Hermeneutics
- TH 683 Old Testament Theology
- TH 533 New Testament Theology
- TH 511 Theology I
- TH 512 Theology II
- TH 545 Principles of Contemporary Theology
Bible and Theology Core Electives – 6 credits
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
- EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH)
Languages – 12 credits
- LG 593 Biblical Hebrew I
- LG 594 Biblical Hebrew II
- LG 693 Biblical Greek I
- LG 694 Biblical Greek II
Electives – 6 credits
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
- EL 501 Elective in Any Area of Study
Spiritual Formation Core – 3 credits
- SF 501 Scripture Study Techniques
- SF 502 Spiritual Warfare
- SF 503 Prayer and Personal Holiness
RW 605 Master’s Thesis – 3 credits
Total Credits: 48
From Our Students
"I am grateful to God for the good people at Trinity! I was able to complete my degree with much help from the staff and faculty ! Online education has worked well for me simply because of the hustle and bustle of being a Pastor. This experience has allowed me to continue in full time ministry while finishing this degree. As a graduate I would like to encourage each alumni to give back to our school monthly to help them continue to facilitate an awesome quality distance education."
Jeffery Thompson, 2014 Graduate
"I originally began studies at Trinity with the purpose of being trained to encourage others in ministry. But I enjoyed the studies so much I continued on. What I appreciate most is how Trinity taught me to be a better student of Scripture. The education I received prepared me for the ministry I am now in. I only wish I would have started sooner. Because of their commitment to excellence in each field of study, I have no hesitation recommending Trinity to prospective students and especially to those who cannot afford the time or cost to attend seminary. I will always be thankful God led me to Trinity."
Rick Beard, 2013 Graduate
"The opportunities at Trinity are world class. Excellent teachers, wise course disciplines, and virtual fellowship with students. An enjoyable and enriching experience which becomes humbling when those you serve testify to recognizing growth in you as a person and as a teacher of the Word. I chose Trinity because of their Christian worldview and their financial options that gave me a truly wonderful education. I notice that when I read God's Word or am preparing a biblical message, my thinking has been deepened and my mind sharpened. I realize now how much more there is to learn, and enjoy taking further studies through Trinity."
Paul Robinson
2014 Graduate
"My time at Trinity has been both informative and rewarding. I feel more equipped for ministry than ever before. Trinity formats their class schedule to enhance, not hinder, your ministry. I have never had to neglect my church responsibilities in order to finish my degree. It seems strange for someone to NEGLECT their calling in order to be educated FOR their calling. Trinity understands this and has done a great job of helping pastors reach their educational goals without breaking the bank or slowing down the ministry to the local church."
Preston Cave, 2012 Graduate
BA/MA Christian Education
"My school’s ethos is centered on the truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ. This includes the curriculum, teaching, learning and everything the school does. This has been consistent over the past decade and is still going strong. Every single course is aimed at dealing with the realities that occur in the 21st century church and the communities. The courses are tailor-made to prepare ministry leadership to both teach the word of Jesus Christ effectively and also to tackle 21st century church issues."
Dr. Michael Andam, 2014 Graduate
"As a recent graduate of Trinity Theological Seminary (August, 2014), with a Master of Arts degree in Biblical Counseling, I feel a responsibility and obligation to heartily recommend Trinity to any aspiring Christian of any age interested in formal education, training and continued preparation to battle for the truths of God’s Word."
James Roy Dykes, Jr. Founder and Director, Biblical Counseling of Greater Atlanta 2014 Graduate
“I want to take a moment to thank the faculty and staff of Trinity College and Seminary as well for their assistance in training several key staff people at my church, myself included. I was personally able to gain valuable knowledge and spiritual wisdom that has enabled me to become a more effective leader. Regardless of your denominational background, Trinity can help train you for a lifetime of ministry. I wholeheartedly recommend Trinity College and Seminary for everyone.”
Dr. Ted Denny
Senior Pastor
Bethel Baptist Church
Palrnyra, Tennessee