Master of Sacred Theology
The Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M) degree is intended for students whose interests lie in pursuing an advanced theological degree with an emphasis on academic study. The S.T.M. degree aims to enrich both scholarly and vocational competency, making it suitable to both ministry practitioners and those whose goals include additional graduate study.
Areas of concentration within the S.T.M. include biblical studies, theological studies, mission and evangelism, pastoral leadership and practice, and Christian spirituality. A special focus on church leadership and administration is possible under the Pastoral Leadership and Practice concentration by combining Trinity coursework with selected courses in the Capital University School of Management’s Master of Business Administration program.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
The S.T.M. degree program requires 25 hours of coursework, with 19 earned in S.T.M seminars, upper-level M.Div. courses, independent study, and advanced research; 6 hours in thesis research and writing; and a candidacy exam based on the student’s S.T.M coursework.
Required Courses
- FDN 4001 - Foundations Seminar
- BL/HTS/MN 4992 - Thesis (Based on Concentration)
- 6 Credit Hours in upper-level elective courses from the Biblical Literature (BL), History-Theology-Society (HTS), Language Acquisition (LA), or Ministry (MN) divisions
Concentration Requirements:
Biblical Studies
- 12 credit hours in upper-level courses in the Biblical Literature division
- Must have Hebrew and Greek competencies
Mission and Evangelism
- 12 Credit Hours in upper-level courses in the Ministry division
- Must have one modern language competency
Pastoral Leadership and Practice
- 12 Credit Hours in upper-level courses in the Ministry division
- Must have one modern language competency
Theological Studies
- 12 Credit Hours in upper-level courses in the History-Theology-Society division
- Must have one modern language competency