MDiv/MSEd
Purpose Statement
The Association of Theological Schools has established that the purpose of this degree is to prepare ministers who can employ the latest educational philosophies, strategies, and methods in congregational ministry environments as well as in public and private educational settings.
As denominational structures have diminished in size and influence, so too have the Christian Education products and services they once provided. Further, many churches have changed philosophies and methodologies of ministries of every sort, not the least of which their understanding of Christian Education. It is also true that church-related elementary and high schools are on the increase for a number of reasons. The Master of Divinity degree would provide the biblical, theological, and ministerial foundations for such positions, while the Master of Science in Education (Exam) or Master of Arts (Thesis) degree would equip students with the education skills necessary for the positions.
Admission
The MDiv/MSEd (MA) joint degree meets the standard requirements of both graduate degree plans. Prospective students will declare their intent to enroll in the Joint degree with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Truett Seminary, the Assistant Director of Academic Services at Truett Seminary, and the Graduate Program Director in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. Students will be required to make formal application to each academic unit. Students may take courses from both schools in the same semester, but they will not be granted either degree until they can be granted both degrees. Students who are unable to complete the requirements for both degrees will consult with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the Seminary and the Graduate Program Director, Curriculum and Instruction, School of Education to disengage from the joint program.
Advising
All joint degree students are required to meet with the Director of Academic Services at Truett Seminary and their advisor in the Graduate School once a year to monitor their academic progress.
Requirements for Master of Divinity
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Spiritual Formation | ||
| PRTH 7101 | Spiritual Formation I | 1 |
| PRTH 7102 | Spiritual Formation II | 1 |
| PRTH 7103 | Spiritual Formation III | 1 |
| PRTH 7004 | Spiritual Formation Retreat | 0 |
| Introductory Courses 1 | ||
| THEO 7340 | Introduction to Christian Scriptures | 3 |
| THEO 7341 | Introduction to Christian History and Theology | 3 |
| Christian Scriptures | ||
| THEO 7370 | Christian Scriptures I | 3 |
| THEO 7372 | Christian Scriptures II | 3 |
| THEO 7371 | Christian Scriptures III | 3 |
| THEO 7373 | Christian Scriptures IV | 3 |
| Christian Theology | ||
| THEO 7360 | Christian Texts and Traditions I | 3 |
| THEO 7361 | Christian Texts and Traditions II | 3 |
| THEO 7362 | Christian Texts and Traditions III | 3 |
| THEO 7382 | Constructive Theology | 3 |
| THEO 7396 | The Baptist Identity | 3 |
| Christian Ministry | ||
| LEAD 7301 | Leadership for Ministry | 3 |
| or PAST 7330 | Introduction to Pastoral Care | |
| WOCW 7385 | Introduction to Christian Witness and Mission | 3 |
| PRCH 7316 | Preaching I | 3 |
| THEO 7316 | Christian Worship | 3 |
| MENT 7V00 | Mentoring in Ministry | 9 |
| PRTH 7391 | Integrative Seminar: Faith and Practice | 3 |
| Additional Requirements | ||
| Electives from either Truett Seminary or School of Education | 9 | |
| Satisfactory academic progress | ||
| Total Hours | 69 | |
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These are required courses; however, based upon previous academic experience, students may petition to waive or substitute these courses. Introductory courses are waived from the degree plan by passing an advanced standing exam (see the Advanced Standing Policy).
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Total MDiv. Hours | 69 |
| Core Hours in the School of Education | 21 |
| Cognate Hours for MSEd Degree | 15 |
| or | |
| Cognate Hours for MA Degree | 12 |
| Total Hours for joint degree | 105 |
Master of Science in Education Required Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDC 5303 | Models of Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| EDC 5321 | Contemporary Curriculum-Designing and Implementing | 3 |
| EDC 5370 | Applications of Technology to Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| EDC 5348 | Issues in Curriculum Development | 3 |
| EDC 5391 | Social Foundations of Education | 3 |
| EDC 5335 | Research in Algebraic Thinking | 3 |
| Elective | ||
| Select one EDC 5000 course approved by Curriculum and Instruction Dept. | 3 | |
| MSED Cognate | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
Master of Arts in Education Required Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select fifteen semester hours from the following: | 15 | |
| EDC 5303 | Models of Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| Contemporary Curriculum-Designing and Implementing | ||
| Applications of Technology to Teaching and Learning | ||
| Issues in Curriculum Development | ||
| Social Foundations of Education | ||
| Research in Algebraic Thinking | ||
| EDC 5V99 | Thesis | 6 |
| MA Cognate | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
The School of Education will accept 15 hours earned in the Master of Divinity program or the Master of Education program for the cognate in the MSEd, while still maintaining the core education courses (21 hours). The cognate hours of the MSEd must be unique and non-repeating courses that are required for the seminary electives. Students interested in the Master of Arts in Education degree will be admitted on a case-by-case basis due to the time required to complete the research. Also, the Master of Arts in Education will require 21 core class hours including 6 hours for the thesis with the additional 12 hours earned in the Master of Divinity program for the cognate.