Aims and Learning Outcomes for
Master of Arts in Christian Studies

AIMS OF THE MASTER OF ARTS IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME

To provide students with key theological and ministerial foundations for responsible, faithful, and embodied thinking and practice of the Christian faith.
To expose students the basic understanding of Christian scripture, doctrine, history, and ministry practice in its unity and diversity.
To equip students with beginning wisdom necessary for a lifetime of learning how to think and act theologically in ministry.
To develop students who strive toward deeper integration intellectually, morally, emotionally, and spiritually for ecclesial and community service.
To challenge students to lead in their communities with critical, reflective, and ethical comportment.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Graduates will be able to articulate key biblical and theological foundations of Christian tradition and ministry in a variety of different contexts.
Graduates will be able to demonstrate broad understanding and thoughtful analysis of Christian theology, and practice.
Graduates will be able to engage constructively in teaching, conversation, and collaboration for ministry with professionalism and wise discernment.
Graduates will be able to integrate Christian doctrine, faith, and discipleship with life and work in various vocational contexts.
Graduates will be able to contribute innovatively to the growth of individuals, churches, and communities in alignment with the Christian vision of the good.
Graduates will be prepared to engage in further graduate research in the field if desired.