Program Description
The Master of Arts degree in Science and Religion is designed to provide individuals with the essential background in theology, history, and philosophy necessary to integrate evangelical Christianity with modern science.
The curriculum is designed for students who already have a basic training in a natural science, consequently the course work emphasizes the critical tools from other disciplines that are necessary for providing the proper context and foundation for understanding and working comfortably with issues that relate to both Christianity and the sciences. Advanced seminars focus on current theological issues within specific scientific disciplines so that students will understand the contemporary dynamic and learn to integrate their thinking in a mentored setting.
The program fosters in students a mature and informed Christian worldview from which to serve the Lord and to relate to their secular colleagues in the sciences.
The M.A. in Science and Religion program includes the following:
Religious Studies Core (17 units):
- SR 510 Research Methodologies (1)
- SR 514 History of Christian Thought (3)
- SR 517 Interpretative Issues and Methods (3)
- SR 519 Old Testament / Hebrew Literature (3)
- SR 520 New Testament Literature (3)
- SR 541 Christian Thought I (2)
- SR 542 Christian Thought II (2)
Science and Religion Core (11 units minimum)
- SR 501 Introductory Seminar (1)
- SR 529 Historical Perspectives in Science and Religion (2)
- SR 530 Darwin, Evolution, and Design (2)
- SR 631 Modern Physics, Cosmology, and Design (2)
- SR 640 World Religions and Science (2)
- SR 650 Advanced Seminar - Special Topics(2)
Biblical Languages Overview (5 units)
Philosophy Overview (6 units)
Optional
Students who already have a strong background in philosophy or Bible may, with their advisor's approval, take approved electives in place of the required units.