Master of Divinity The Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree prepares qualified persons to be effective Christian minis- ters and church leaders who will use their gifts and knowledge in proclaiming the gospel, TURNER strengthening the church, and serving humanity. The program seeks to prepare students for professions in ministry and further opportunities by preparation for admission to more advanced studies such as the Doctor of MInistry degree program. The Master of Divinity is biblical in orien- SCHOOL of THEOLOGY tation with exposure to theological and historical studies. The program seeks after effective Christian service that is scholarly; yet, practical and relevant to contemporary life for the communities in which graduates will serve. Finally, graduates of the MDiv will be mentored in ways to conduct themselves and relate to others in a way that is spiritually mature and morally sensitive.

Sem. Required Courses Hrs. Research and Foundation Courses: ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS RS 6339 Research and Evaluation (for prospective DMin students 3 - Application with Fee via the MDiv) - Official transcript showing an earned four -OR- year Bachelor of Arts or Science degree RS 6310 Introduction to Biblical Related Research from a regionally or selected nationally

accredited institution. BI 6320 History of the Bible 3 FD 6312 Hermeneutics 3 CAREER SERVICES FT 7301 Introduction to Pastoral Counseling 3 Amridge’s Career Services Portal provides LD 6353 Leadership Vision and Values 3 Students and Alumni help with career paths, LD 6362 Spiritual Leadership 3 access to current Job Postings, Internships, NT 6312 The Life and Teachings of Christ 3 Resume` services and e-Portfolio PS 6302 Homiletics 3 development. PS 6310 Personal Evangelism 3 TH 6300 Early Church History 3 AMRIDGE CONNECT TH 6310 Systematic Theology 3 Enrolled students are given the opportunity to TH 6320 Christian Evidences 3 purchase a University-issued iPad to use as a resource for accessing courses while not Total Research and Foundation Courses 36 seated in front of their desktop computer.

Download the AU Mobile iOs and Android app! Comprehensive Examination FD 7323 Synthesis of Theological Curriculum II (MDiv) 3 BLACKBOARD LEARN

Amridge utilizes Blackboard Learn™, Theological/Historical/Missions/Foundations/Professional Blackboard Collaborate™, Blackboard Mobile Studies Electives ™, and Blackboard Connect™ to provide Choose any SEVEN BI, FD, MS, PS, or TH Prefix Courses 21 services to our student learners.

Textual/Leadership/Counseling/MFT Elective Courses Choose any SIX FT, LD, NT, OT, or PT Prefix Courses 18 LIBRARY RESOURCES Total Hours for Master of Divinity 78 Provides services, resources, e-books, online

*Note: Hebrew and/or Greek languages are recommended in the MDiv program, journals, facilities, and technology to support but not required. These can be taken as foundation studies or general electives. academic excellence in teaching, learning, and research in the University’s academic The Master of Divinity may be completed in about three years. A student may take programs. courses on a part-time or full-time basis. Amridge University recognizes that students transferring from other institutions may have earned academic credit that is applica- ble to their Academic Plan at the University. Students may be eligible to transfer up to 42 semester hours of coursework into the Master of Divinity.

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Amridge University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Divinity, Doctor of Ministry, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, Telephone number 404.679.4500, at HTTP://WWW.SACSCOC.ORG for questions concerning the accredited university. 10.2014