Master of Arts (60 Credit Hours)
Academic Fields of Study
Acadia’s Master of Arts degrees in Old Testament, New Testament, Second Temple Judaism, Theology, Christian History, or Baptist Studies are designed to equip students for advanced study at the doctoral level and thus all programs require a thesis. Acadia graduates have been accepted into major research universities across North America and in Europe and are teaching in Bible colleges, universities, and seminaries worldwide.
Applicants with no or little prior study in their intended field complete a 60 credit hour program (two years, if full-time) that contains foundational courses in Biblical Studies and Christian Thought as well as extensive study in their particular field of interest. Students will have the opportunity to take independent Guided Reading (“Great Books”) courses. Graduate Seminars in a student’s field provide an opportunity to develop skills in preparing and presenting scholarly work to peers.
Specializations Degree Requirements
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies1 | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Old Testament Specialization2 | ||
| BIBL 7613 | Guided Reading in Old Testament 1 | 3 |
| BIBL 7623 | Guided Reading in Old Testament 2 | 3 |
| HEBR 5013 | Foundations of Biblical Hebrew 1 | 3 |
| HEBR 5023 | Foundations of Biblical Hebrew 2 | 3 |
| HEBR 6013 | Intermediate Hebrew | 3 |
| GREE 5013 | Foundations of New Testament Greek 1 | 3 |
| GREE 5023 | Foundations of New Testament Greek 2 | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL 7916, BIBL 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
1. Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required above 60 hours if Bible Knowledge Exam is not passed.
2. Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass/Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies1 | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| New Testament Specialization2 | ||
| BIBL 7633 | Guided Reading in New Testament 1 | 3 |
| BIBL 7643 | Guided Reading in New Testament 2 | 3 |
| GREE 5013 | Foundations of New Testament Greek 1 | 3 |
| GREE 5023 | Foundations of New Testament Greek 2 | 3 |
| GREE 6013 | Intermediate Greek | 3 |
| HEBR 5013 | Foundations of Biblical Hebrew 1 | 3 |
| HEBR 5023 | Foundations of Biblical Hebrew 2 | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required above 60 hours if Bible Knowledge Exam is not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies1 | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Second Temple Judaism Specialization2 | ||
| BIBL 7733 | Guided Reading in Second Temple Judaism 1 | 3 |
| BIBL 7743 | Guided Reading in Second Temple Judaism 2 | 3 |
| HEBR 5013 | Foundations of Biblical Hebrew 1 | 3 |
| HEBR 5023 | Foundations of Biblical Hebrew 2 | 3 |
| GREE 5013 | Foundations of New Testament Greek 1 | 3 |
| GREE 5023 | Foundations of New Testament Greek 2 | 3 |
| GREE 6013 or HEBR 6013 | Intermediate Greek or Intermediate Hebrew | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required above 60 hours if Bible Knowledge Exam is not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5013 or BIBL (elective) | Survey of the Bible1 or Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Theology Specialization² | ||
| THEO 7613 | Guided Reading in Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 7623 | Guided Reading in Theology 2 | 3 |
| THEO 7113 | Christian Theology in a Pluralistic Context | 3 |
| THEO (elective) | Theology elective | 3 |
| THEO (elective) | Theology elective | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| THEO 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam is not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5013 or BIBL (elective) | Survey of the Bible1 or Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Christian History Specialization² | ||
| CHUR 7613 | Guided Reading in Christian History 1 | 3 |
| CHUR 7623 | Guided Reading in Christian History 2 | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| THEO (elective) | Theology elective | 3 |
| THEO (elective) | Theology elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| CHUR 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam is not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts (or equivalent)
- 3.0 Grade Point Average
- Recommendations demonstrating evidence of scholarly ability and promise
Program Director
Dr. Glenn Wooden
Payzant Associate Professor of Old Testament Studies: 1-902-585-2227: glenn.wooden@acadiau.caContact
Practical Fields of Study
Acadia’s Master of Arts degrees in Leadership and Spiritual Formation, Evangelism and Mission, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Discipleship, Pastoral Care and Counselling, Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care, or Prison Chaplaincy are designed to equip individuals for non-ordained leadership roles in church and society. These programs contain foundational study in the Biblical Studies and Christian Thought, a broad introduction to ministry, and an opportunity to specialize in an area of ministry interest. All programs allow students to complete a major project or thesis applying what they have learned to their own ministry setting.
Specializations Degree Requirements
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies elective¹ | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Evangelism and Mission Specialization | ||
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| LEDR (elective) | Leadership elective | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| DISP 5013 | Transformational Discipleship Ministry | 3 |
| EVAN 7613 | Guided Reading in Evangelism and Mission 1 | 3 |
| EVAN 7623 | Guided Reading in Evangelism and Mission 2 | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| EVAN 7913, 7923 | Project in Evangelism and Mission | 3,3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives2 | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Excluding Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013)
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed. Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass/Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5013 or BIBL (elective) | Survey of the Bible¹ or Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Evangelism and Mission Specialization² | ||
| EVAN 7613 | Guided Reading in Evangelism and Mission 1 | 3 |
| EVAN 7623 | Guided Reading in Evangelism and Mission 2 | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| DISP 5013 | Transformational Discipleship Ministry | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| EVAN 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives3 | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
- Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH5010 | Orientation | Pass/Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies elective1 | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Next Generation Ministry Specialization | ||
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| LEDR (elective) | Leadership elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| DISP 5013 | Transformational Discipleship Ministry | 3 |
| NXGN 7613 | Guided Reading in Next Generation Ministry 1 | 3 |
| NXGN 7623 | Guided Reading in Next Generation Ministry 2 | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| NXGN 7913, 7923 | Project in Next Generation Ministry | 3,3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives2 | ||
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Excluding Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013)
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed. Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5013 or BIBL (elective) | Survey of the Bible¹ or Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Next Generation Ministry Specialization² | ||
| NXGN 7613 | Guided Reading in Next Generation Ministry 1 | 3 |
| NXGN 7623 | Guided Reading in Next Generation Ministry 2 | 3 |
| NXGN 5013 | Youth and Family Ministry | 3 |
| NXGN 6063 | Children’s Ministry | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| DISP 5013 | Transformational Discipleship Ministry | 3 |
| NXGN 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies elective1 | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Pastoral Care and Counselling Specialization | ||
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| LEDR (elective) | Leadership elective | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| PACC 7613 | Guided Reading in Pastoral Care and Counselling 1 | 3 |
| PACC 7623 | Guided Reading in Pastoral Care and Counselling 2 | 3 |
| PACC 5013 | Understanding Pastoral Care and Counselling | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| PACC 7913, 7923 | Project in Pastoral Care and Counselling | 3,3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives2 | ||
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Excluding Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013)
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed. Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5013 or BIBL (elective) | Survey of the Bible¹ or Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Pastoral Care and Counselling Specialization² | ||
| PACC 7613 | Guided Reading in Pastoral Care and Counselling 1 | 3 |
| PACC 7623 | Guided Reading in Pastoral Care and Counselling 2 | 3 |
| PACC 5013 | Understanding Pastoral Care and Counselling | 3 |
| PACC 6013 | Professional and Personal Ethics | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | EVAN, LEDR, or NXGN elective | 3 |
| PACC 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives³ | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
- Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass/Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies elective1 | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Leadership ad Spiritual Formation Specialization | ||
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| DISP 5013 | Transformational Discipleship Ministry | 3 |
| LEDR 7613 | Guided Reading in Leadership | 3 |
| SPFM 7613 | Guided Reading in Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| LEDR (elective) | Leadership elective | 3 |
| SPFM (elective) | Spiritual Formation elective | 3 |
| LEDR 7913, 7923 or SPFM 7913, 7923 | Project in Leadership or Project in Spiritual Formation | 3,3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives2 | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Excluding Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013)
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed. Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5013 or BIBL (elective) | Survey of the Bible¹ or Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Leadership and Spiritual Formation Specialization² | ||
| LEDR 7613 | Guided Reading in Leadership | 3 |
| SPFM 7613 | Guided Reading in Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| SPFM (elective) | Spiritual Formation elective | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| LEDR 6063 | Leading Healthy and Effective Churches | 3 |
| LEDR (elective) | Leadership elective | 3 |
| LEDR or SPFM (elective) | Leadership or Spiritual Formation elective | 3 |
| Elective | Elective | 3 |
| LEDR 7916, 7926 or SPFM 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
- Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies elective1 | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Discipleship Specialization | ||
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| LEDR (elective) | Leadership elective | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| DISP 7613 | Guided Reading in Discipleship 1 | 3 |
| DISP 7623 | Guided Reading in Discipleship 2 | 3 |
| DISP 5013 | Transformational Discipleship Ministry | 3 |
| DISP (elective) | Discipleship elective | 3 |
| DISP 7913, 7923 | Project in Discipleship | 3,3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives2 | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Excluding Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013)
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed. Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5013 or BIBL (elective) | Survey of the Bible¹ or Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| Discipleship Specialization² | ||
| DISP 7613 | Guided Reading in Discipleship 1 | 3 |
| DISP 7623 | Guided Reading in Discipleship 2 | 3 |
| DISP 5013 | Transformational Discipleship Ministry | 3 |
| DISP (elective) | Discipleship elective | 3 |
| SPFM 5013 | Christian Spiritual Formation in Ministry Leaders | 3 |
| EVAN 5013 | Evangelism and Mission in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| DISP 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives³ | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam not passed.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
- Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) elective | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| THEO 7113 | Christian Theology in a Pluralistic Context | 3 |
| THEO 6013 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| Prison Chaplaincy Specialization | ||
| CHAP 5033 | Introduction to Prison Ministry | 3 |
| CHAP 5023 | Introduction to Chaplaincy | 3 |
| CHAP 6013 | Professional and Personal Ethics | 3 |
| CHAP 7103 | Prison Ministry Practicum 1 | 3 |
| CHAP 7113 | Prison Ministry Practicum 2 | 3 |
| CHAP 7016 | Clinical Pastoral Education 1 | 6 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Elective1 | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam is not passed.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) elective | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| THEO 6013 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| THEO 7113 | Christian Theology in a Pluralistic Context | 3 |
| Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Specialization | ||
| CHAP 5023 | Introduction to Chaplaincy | 3 |
| CHAP 6013 | Professional and Personal Ethics | 3 |
| CHAP 7016 | Clinical Pastoral Education 1 | 6 |
| CHAP 7026 | Clinical Pastoral Education 2 | 6 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Elective1 | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam is not passed.
Course Completion Option 1 , 2, 3
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5503 | Hebrew Scripture Foundations | 3 |
| BIBL 5513 | New Testament Foundations | 3 |
| BIBL 6503 | Community Models in Scripture | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| THEO 5503 | Theology 1: Indigenous Perspectives | 3 |
| THEO 6503 | Theology 2: Theology and Ethic of the Land | 3 |
| THEO 6513 OR THEO 6523 | Ethics in Intercultural Context OR Creation and Transformation | 3 |
| Research Methodology | ||
| IDTH 7813 | Indigenous Research and Writing | 3 |
| Indigenous Community Development Specialization | ||
| INCD 5513 | Cultures and Systems Change | 3 |
| INCD 5523 | Theory and Praxis in Development – History and Method | 3 |
| INCD 5533 | Indigenous Leadership Development | 3 |
| INCD 6503 | Asset-based Development | 3 |
| INCD 6513 | Community Field Placement | 3 |
| INCD 6523 | Family and Social Systems | 3 |
| INCD 7623 | Colonization and Decolonization | 3 |
| INCD 7723 | Indigenous Spirituality and Formation | 3 |
| INCD 7823 | Indigenous Symposium Seminars | 3 |
| Electives4 | ||
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- This specialization is offered in partnership with the North American Institute for Indigenous Theological Studies (NAIITS) to offer an almost entirely Indigenously-taught program.
- Applicants to this specialization will meet the admission requirements of both Acadia Divinity College and NAIITS.
- The Statute of Limitations is seven years.
- Normally a course offered by NAIITS. When appropriate, other ADC courses may be taken with permission.
Project Option 1 , 2, 3
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5503 | Hebrew Scripture Foundations | 3 |
| BIBL 5513 | New Testament Foundations | 3 |
| BIBL 6503 | Community Models in Scripture | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| THEO 5503 | Theology 1: Indigenous Perspectives | 3 |
| THEO 6503 | Theology 2: Theology and Ethic of the Land | 3 |
| THEO 6513 OR THEO 6523 | Ethics in Intercultural Context OR Creation and Transformation | 3 |
| Research Methodology | ||
| IDTH 7813 | Indigenous Research and Writing | 3 |
| Indigenous Community Development Specialization | ||
| INCD 5513 | Cultures and Systems Change | 3 |
| INCD 5523 | Theory and Praxis in Development – History and Method | 3 |
| INCD 5533 | Indigenous Leadership Development | 3 |
| INCD 6503 | Asset-based Development | 3 |
| INCD 6513 | Community Field Placement | 3 |
| INCD 6523 | Family and Social Systems | 3 |
| INCD 7623 | Colonization and Decolonization | 3 |
| INCD 7723 | Indigenous Spirituality and Formation | 3 |
| INCD 7823 | Indigenous Symposium Seminars | 3 |
| Electives4 | ||
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Project | ||
| INCD 7913, INCD 7923 | Project | 3,3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- This specialization is offered in partnership with the North American Institute for Indigenous Theological Studies (NAIITS) to offer an almost entirely Indigenously-taught program.
- Applicants to this specialization will meet the admission requirements of both Acadia Divinity College and NAIITS.
- The Statute of Limitations is seven years.
- Normally a course offered by NAIITS. When appropriate, other ADC courses may be taken with permission.
Thesis Option 1 , 2, 3
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5503 | Hebrew Scripture Foundations | 3 |
| BIBL 5513 | New Testament Foundations | 3 |
| BIBL 6503 | Community Models in Scripture | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| THEO 5503 | Theology 1: Indigenous Perspectives | 3 |
| THEO 6503 | Theology 2: Theology and Ethic of the Land | 3 |
| THEO 6513 OR THEO 6523 | Ethics in Intercultural Context OR Creation and Transformation | 3 |
| Research Methodology | ||
| IDTH 7813 | Indigenous Research and Writing | 3 |
| Indigenous Community Development Specialization | ||
| INCD 5513 | Cultures and Systems Change | 3 |
| INCD 5523 | Theory and Praxis in Development – History and Method | 3 |
| INCD 5533 | Indigenous Leadership Development | 3 |
| INCD 6503 | Asset-based Development | 3 |
| INCD 6513 | Community Field Placement | 3 |
| INCD 6523 | Family and Social Systems | 3 |
| INCD 7623 | Colonization and Decolonization | 3 |
| INCD 7723 | Indigenous Spirituality and Formation | 3 |
| INCD 7823 | Indigenous Symposium Seminars | 3 |
| Thesis | 6,6 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- This specialization is offered in partnership with the North American Institute for Indigenous Theological Studies (NAIITS) to offer an almost entirely Indigenously-taught program.
- Applicants to this specialization will meet the admission requirements of both Acadia Divinity College and NAIITS.
- The Statute of Limitations is seven years.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL 5023 | Interpreting the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIBL 5033 | Interpreting the New Testament | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) elective | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) elective | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) elective | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR 5013 | Introduction to Christian History | 3 |
| THEO 5013 | Christian Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 5023 | Christian Theology 2 | 3 |
| THEO 7113 | Christian Theology in a Pluralistic Context | 3 |
| THEO 6013 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| THEO or CHUR (elective) | Theology or Christian History elective | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| Ministry Electives | ||
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives 1,2 | ||
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with Academic Dean. Mentored Ministry, Prison Ministry Practicum, and Clinical Pastoral Education courses excluded.
- Survey of the Bible (BIBL 5013) required if Bible Knowledge Exam is not passed.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts (or equivalent)
- 3.0 Grade Point Average
- Recommendations demonstrating evidence of ministry passion and ability
Master of Arts (30 Credit Hours)
Academic Fields of Study
Acadia’s Master of Arts degrees in Old Testament, New Testament, Second Temple Judaism, Christian History, Theology, or Baptist Studies are designed to equip students for advanced study at the doctoral level and thus all programs require a thesis. Acadia graduates have been accepted into major research universities across North America and in Europe and are teaching in Bible colleges, universities, and seminaries worldwide.
Applicants who already possess a graduate theological degree or an honours undergraduate degree in the subject they wish to specialize in can ask the ADC Registrar about the possibility of applying to complete an MA in only 30 credit hours (one year, if full-time).
Specializations Degree Requirements
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Old Testament Specialization¹,², 3 | ||
| BIBL 7613 | Guided Reading in Old Testament 1 | 3 |
| BIBL 7623 | Guided Reading in Old Testament 2 | 3 |
| BIBL, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) or Hebrew or Aramaic elective | 3 |
| BIBL, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) or Hebrew or Aramaic elective | 3 |
| BIBL, HEBR, GREE, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies (Old Testament) or Hebrew or Aramaic or Greek elective | 3 |
| BIBL 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a master’s degree in a theological discipline or an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related discipline who have at least six credit hours of Hebrew.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
- Students wishing to substitute a Septuagint Greek course may request permission from the instructor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| New Testament Specialization¹,² | ||
| BIBL 7633 | Guided Reading in New Testament1 | 3 |
| BIBL 7643 | Guided Reading in New Testament 2 | 3 |
| BIBL or GREE (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) or Greek elective | 3 |
| BIBL or GREE (elective) | Biblical Studies (New Testament) or Greek elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those holding an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related discipline and who have at least six credit hours of Greek.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Second Temple Judaism Specialization1,2 | ||
| BIBL 7733 | Guided Reading in Second Temple Judaism 1 | 3 |
| BIBL 7743 | Guided Reading in Second Temple Judaism 2 | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL, GREE, HEBR, or ARAM (elective) | Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages elective | 3 |
| BIBL 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those holding an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related discipline and who have at least six credit hours of Greek or Hebrew.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Theology Specialization1,2 | ||
| THEO 7613 | Guided Reading in Theology 1 | 3 |
| THEO 7623 | Guided Reading in Theology 2 | 3 |
| THEO (elective) | Theology elective | 3 |
| THEO (elective) | Theology elective | 3 |
| THEO or CHUR (elective) | Theology or Christian History elective | 3 |
| THEO 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline those holding an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related discipline.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Christian History Specialization1,2 | ||
| CHUR 7613 | Guided Reading in Christian History 1 | 3 |
| CHUR 7623 | Guided Reading in Christian History 2 | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| CHUR (elective) | Christian History elective | 3 |
| CHUR or THEO (elective) | Christian History or Theology elective | 3 |
| CHUR 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline those holding an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related discipline
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts (or equivalent)
- Graduate theological degree from a recognized school
- 3.0 Grade Point Average
- Recommendations demonstrating evidence of scholarly ability and promise
Practical Fields of Study
Acadia’s Master of Arts degrees in Leadership and Spiritual Formation, Evangelism and Mission, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Discipleship, Pastoral Care and Counselling, Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care, or Prison Chaplaincy are designed to equip individuals for non-ordained ministry leadership roles in church and society. These programs contain foundational study in the Biblical Studies and Christian Thought, a broad introduction to ministry, and an opportunity to specialize in an area of ministry interest. All programs allow students to complete a major project or thesis applying what they have learned to their own ministry setting.
Applicants who already possess a graduate theological degree or an honours undergraduate degree in the subject they wish to specialize in can ask the ADC Registrar about the possibility of applying to complete an MA in only 30 credit hours (one year, if full-time).
Specializations Degree Requirements
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| EVAN 7613 | Guided Reading in Evangelism and Mission 1 | 3 |
| EVAN 7623 | Guided Reading in Evangelism and Mission 2 | 3 |
| EVAN 7913, 7923 | Project in Evangelism and Mission | 3,3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
| Course Number¹ | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| EVAN 7613 | Guided Reading in Evangelism and Mission 1 | 3 |
| EVAN 7623 | Guided Reading in Evangelism and Mission 2 | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| EVAN (elective) | Evangelism and Mission elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective² | 3 |
| EVAN 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| NXGN 7613 | Guided Reading in Next Generation Ministry 1 | 3 |
| NXGN 7623 | Guided Reading in Next Generation Ministry 2 | 3 |
| NXGN 7913, 7923 | Project in Next Generation Ministry | 3,3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
| Course Number¹ | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| NXGN 7613 | Guided Reading in Next Generation Ministry 1 | 3 |
| NXGN 7623 | Guided Reading in Next Generation Ministry 2 | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective² | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| NXGN (elective) | Next Generation Ministry elective | 3 |
| NXGN 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| PACC 7613 | Guided Reading in Pastoral Care and Counselling 1 | 3 |
| PACC 7623 | Guided Reading in Pastoral Care and Counselling 2 | 3 |
| PACC 7913, 7923 | Project in Pastoral Care and Counselling | 3,3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
| Course Number¹ | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| PACC 7613 | Guided Reading in Pastoral Care and Counselling 1 | 3 |
| PACC 7623 | Guided Reading in Pastoral Care and Counselling 2 | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective² | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| PACC 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| LEDR 7613 | Guided Reading in Leadership | 3 |
| SPFM 7613 | Guided Reading in Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| LEDR (elective) | Leadership elective | 3 |
| SPFM (elective) | Spiritual Formation elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry elective | 3 |
| LEDR 7913, 7923 or SPFM 7913, 7923 | Project in Leadership or Project in Spiritual Formation | 3,3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
| Course Number¹ | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| LEDR 7613 | Guided Reading in Leadership | 3 |
| SPFM 7613 | Guided Reading in Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| LEDR (elective) | Leadership elective | 3 |
| SPFM (elective) | Spiritual Formation elective² | 3 |
| LEDR or SPFM (elective) | Leadership or Spiritual Formation elective | 3 |
| LEDR 7916 & 7926 or SPFM 7916 & 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| DISP 7613 | Guided Reading in Discipleship 1 | 3 |
| DISP 7623 | Guided Reading in Discipleship 2 | 3 |
| DISP 7913, 7923 | Project in Discipleship | 3,3 |
| DISP (elective) | Discipleship elective | 3 |
| DISP (elective) | Discipleship elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought or Ministry elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Biblical Studies, Christian Thought or Ministry elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
| Course Number¹ | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| IDTH 7813 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| DISP 7613 | Guided Reading in Discipleship 1 | 3 |
| DISP 7623 | Guided Reading in Discipleship 2 | 3 |
| DISP (elective) | Discipleship elective² | 3 |
| DISP (elective) | Discipleship elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry Elective | 3 |
| DISP 7916, 7926 | Thesis | 6,6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a Masters in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
- Electives to be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
| Course Number1,2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| CHAP 5023 | Introduction to Chaplaincy | 3 |
| CHAP 5033 | Introduction to Prison Ministry | 3 |
| CHAP 6013 | Professional and Personal Ethics | 3 |
| CHAP 7103 | Prison Ministry Practicum 1 | 3 |
| CHAP 7113 | Prison Ministry Practicum 2 | 3 |
| CHAP 7016 | Clinical Pastoral Education 1 | 6 |
| THEO 7113 | Christian Theology in a Pluralistic Context³ | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a master’s degree in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
- Due to the rotation of courses and the time required to complete the practicums, many students complete this program part-time, rather than in one year.
- Students who have completed this course will take a Biblical Studies or Christian Thought elective in its place.
| Course Number1,2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| CHAP 5023 | Introduction to Chaplaincy | 3 |
| CHAP 6013 | Professional and Personal Ethics | 3 |
| CHAP 7016 | Clinical Pastoral Education 1 | 6 |
| CHAP 7026 | Clinical Pastoral Education 2 | 6 |
| THEO 7113 | Christian Theology in a Pluralistic Context³ | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| PACC (elective) | Pastoral Care and Counselling elective | 3 |
| (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- For those with a master’s degree in a theological discipline or those who hold an honours undergraduate degree in the same or related field of study.
- Due to the rotation of courses and the time required to complete the practicums, many students complete this program part-time, rather than in one year.
- Students who have completed this course will take a Biblical Studies or Christian Thought elective in its place.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| IDTH 5010 | Orientation | Pass / Fail |
| Biblical Studies | ||
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| BIBL (elective) | Biblical Studies elective | 3 |
| Christian Thought | ||
| CHUR or THEO (elective) | Christian History or Theology elective | 3 |
| CHUR or THEO (elective) | Christian History or Theology elective | 3 |
| Ministry Electives | ||
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Ministry (elective) | Ministry elective | 3 |
| Biblical Studies, Christian Thought, or Ministry Electives | ||
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| BIBL, CHUR, THEO, or Ministry (elective) | Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
For those with a master’s degree in a theological discipline.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts (or equivalent)
- Graduate theological degree from a recognized school
- 3.0 Grade Point Average
- Recommendations demonstrating evidence of ministry passion and ability