Divinity (M.Div.)

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Admission to the master of divinity (M.Div.) program requires a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution. The M.Div. is the flagship degree of the Beeson Schoolof Divinity. This degree requires at least 93 credits, with not less than two-thirds of these credits being completed at Samford. A minimum grade point average of 2.00 is required.

Required Courses

Biblical Studies: 33 Credits

Biblical Interpretation (3)
Old and New Testament Theology (6)
Introduction to Biblical Greek (6)
Greek Exegesis (6)
Introduction to Biblical Hebrew (6)
Hebrew Exegesis (6)

Historical and Doctrinal Studies: 18 Credits

History and Doctrine (12)
Ecclesiology and Worship (3)
Doctrine and Ethics (3)

Practical Studies: 30 Credits

Spiritual Formation (6)
Evangelism and Church Growth (3)
Pastoral Theology (3)
Christian Missions (3)
Christian Preaching (6)
Pastoral Counseling (3)
Pastoral Formation (3)
Ministry of Administration (3)

Divinity (M.Div.)

Required Courses

Biblical Studies: 33 Credits

Historical and Doctrinal Studies: 18 Credits

Practical Studies: 30 Credits

Electives: 12 Credits

Total Required Credits: 93