Master of Divinity Biblical (MDivB)

Master of Divinity Biblical (MDivB)

Master of Divinity Biblical (MDivB)

Description

  • The MDivB is a specialized track within the MDiv program.

  • You will streamline your study of biblical languages within the context of theological, personal, and vocational formation.

  • You will develop professional competencies for ministry-related work.

  • You will grow in your understanding of God and your knowledge of yourself.

 

Who It’s For?

  • Those preparing for ministry and/or academic paths, particularly in biblical studies, or those looking to utilize the biblical languages within their ministry and study.  This program will ensure proper qualification for doctoral work in biblical studies, while also meeting the traditional requirements for the Master of Divinity degree.

 

Time to Complete

  • Three years full-time; eight years maximum

 

Details about Completion

  • We encourage those who are able to take the entire program on a full-time basis (four to five courses a term in the fall and spring for three years, plus one or two courses in each of the two intervening summers). 

  • We welcome students who wish to begin on a part-time basis with an option to begin through distance courses.

  • There is a minimum residency requirement of two terms as a full-time student. 

  • Note that ordination and employment in the Anglican Church rest solely with the ecclesial authorities.

 

Components

  • Core theological courses giving students a general theological base in Scripture, theology, pastoral care, and history.

  • Courses to prepare students for preaching, teaching, and evangelism.

  • Three units of supervised field education. Two units are part of academic courses WYF3010H and WYF3030H.  Each of the courses includes an academic year-long placement requirement of 10 hours per week (September to April).

  • An additional summer internship (WYF3020Y), usually lasting a minimum of three months full-time.  It's worth two academic credits and can be completed on a part-time basis over six months.  All placements are organized through the Director of Field Education.

  • Biblical studies courses and electives that focus on the biblical languages.

 

INTRODUCTORY COURSES
normally taken in the first year for full-time students

  • WYP1111H Life Together: Christian Formation (1 credit)

  • WYB1008H Intro to Old Testament I (1 credit)

  • WYB1009H Intro to Old Testament II (1 credit)

  • WYB1501H From the Gospel to the Gospels (NTI) (1 credit)

  • WYB2660H Who is Jesus? (NTII) (1 credit)

  • WYP1610H The Church, The Faith, and our World (1 credit)

  • __H1010H History of Christianity I (1 credit)

  • WYT1105H Teaching the Faith (1 credit)

REQUIRED COURSES
normally taken following introductory courses

  • WYT1101H Systematic Theology I (1 credit)

  • WYT2101H Systematic Theology II (1 credit)

  • WYP2672H The Ministry of Evangelism (1 credit)

  • WYP2301H Basics of Preaching (1 credit)

  • WYP1501H Boundaries & Bridges: Care of Self, Care of Others (1 credit)

  • WYT2505H Intro to Anglican Theology OR Denominationally appropriate course (1 credit)

  • WYP2118H Anglican Liturgics OR Denominationally appropriate course (normally WYP2111H Christian Worship: Foundation, Framework and Freedom) (1 credit)

  • WYF3010H Theological Integration Seminar (inc. field placement) (1 credit)

  • WYF3020Y Internship (May-July between yr 2 & 3) (2 credit)

REQUIRED COURSES
taken in 3rd year

  • WYT3651H Theologies of Luther and Calvin (1 credit)

  • WYF3030H Parish Leadership and Ministry (inc. field placement) (1 credit)

ELECTIVES (10 credits)

  • Biblical Studies (3 Credits)

  • Church History (1 credit)

  • Pastoral (1 credit) - select one from Youth Ministry, Homiletics, Christian Education, Counseling

  • Free Electives (5 credits)

TOTAL COURSES: 30

Comprehensive Exams

After 2 years, all MDiv students will take comprehensive oral and written assessment exams. 

 

Anglican Master of Divinity Students

Anglican MDiv students must take courses such as Anglican Liturgics & Intro to Anglican Theology. Students from other denominations can take other appropriate courses and electives.

 

Honours Program

MDiv students with an average of at least A- in their first year may opt for the Honours degree but must maintain an A- average throughout in order to stay in the program. 

Additional Requirements:

  • Biblical language course

  • Research paper

  • 3rd-year MDiv honours colloquium course called "The Image of God,"  which includes an original group research project.

 

Language Requirements in Preparation for Doctoral Studies

MDiv students planning to pursue doctoral studies should keep in mind the following details about the language requirements:

  • For entry to the doctoral program, you must provide evidence of reading competence in one ancient or modern language necessary for your field of research. This can be demonstrated by transcript evidence in the form of two semesters of university-level courses, not more than 4 years prior to your application to the doctoral program.

  • If the primary sources of your research are in a language other than English, you must provide evidence of competency and/or reading proficiency in that language. For instance, if you are focusing on a biblical text, you are required to demonstrate proficiency in Greek or Hebrew, and competence in the other biblical language or else a modern research language.

  • You can take language courses as free electives during the MDiv program in consultation with, and approved by, your faculty advisor. 

Once admitted, all PhD students will need to give evidence of their research language(s) by taking a TST Language Exam or by passing a TST Language Course before registration in September.


 

Program Worksheet

 

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