Biblical Theology of Mission
Graduate degree program
Master of Applied Theology and Missiology
Prepare for effective ministry in contemporary and cross-cultural contexts through advanced biblical knowledge, theological understanding, spiritual formation, ethical leadership, and missiological competence.
Degree length
2 Years
Total credits
48 Credit Hours
Study format
Fully online
Formation for faithful mission and ministry
The Master of Applied Theology and Missiology equips Christian leaders, pastors, missionaries, church planters, and ministry practitioners for effective ministry in contemporary and cross-cultural contexts.
The curriculum is organized through four integrated pillars: Biblical Studies, Theology, Spiritual Formation, and Missiology & Mission Practice. Students develop the knowledge, formation, and practical competence needed for Gospel-centered witness and ministry leadership.
Curriculum structure
A 48-credit foundation for applied theology and mission
The MATM combines biblical interpretation and theological reflection with spiritual formation, evangelism, and advanced missiological study.
Biblical Studies Core
15 CreditsBS 2210
Old Testament Survey I
BS 2211
Old Testament Survey II
BS 2310
New Testament Survey I
BS 2311
New Testament Survey II
BS 2400
Introduction to Hermeneutics
Theological Studies Core
9 CreditsHT 3200
Theology I
HT 3201
Theology II
HT 3110 or HT 3232
Baptist History or Survey of Historical Theology
Spiritual Formation & Ministry
6 CreditsMN 5006
Biblical Spirituality
HT 3400
Christian Ethics
Evangelism & Missiology Concentration
18 CreditsMN 7011
Evangelism
MN 5201
Missiology
Advanced concentration
Missiology and mission practice
The concentration develops advanced competence for contextual, cross-cultural, and strategically grounded mission practice. Study may include:
History of Christian Missions
Cross-Cultural Communication
Church Planting Strategies
World Religions and Apologetics
Urban and Global Missions
Contextualization and Indigenous Ministry
Mission Leadership and Strategy
Suggested degree plan
A two-year pathway
Year One · Fall Semester
12 Credits- BS 2210 · Old Testament Survey I
- BS 2310 · New Testament Survey I
- BS 2400 · Introduction to Hermeneutics
- HT 3200 · Theology I
Year One · Spring Semester
12 Credits- BS 2211 · Old Testament Survey II
- BS 2311 · New Testament Survey II
- HT 3201 · Theology II
- MN 5006 · Biblical Spirituality
Year Two · Fall Semester
12 Credits- HT 3400 · Christian Ethics
- Historical Theology Elective
- MN 7011 · Evangelism
- MN 5201 · Missiology I
Year Two · Spring Semester
12 Credits- MN 5201 · Missiology II
- MN 5201 · Missiology III
- Missiology Practicum
- Missiology Research Project
Completion standards
Graduation requirements
To earn the Master of Applied Theology and Missiology, students must:
- Complete all 48 credit hours.
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Successfully complete the Missiology concentration.
- Complete a ministry practicum or supervised field ministry experience.
- Demonstrate competency in biblical interpretation, theological reflection, evangelism, and cross-cultural mission strategy.
Graduate capabilities
Prepared for Gospel-centered witness
Biblical interpretation
Interpret Scripture carefully and apply biblical teaching faithfully in ministry contexts.
Theological reflection
Integrate sound theological understanding with ethical leadership and spiritual formation.
Evangelism and mission
Develop strategies for evangelism, church planting, and cross-cultural Christian witness.
Ministry practice
Lead and serve effectively through supervised field experience and applied research.
Prepare for your next season of ministry and mission.
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