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Master of Divinity/Master of Arts in Christian Education (dual degree)

The Master of Divinity / Master of Arts in Christian Education dual degree (M.Div./M.A.C.E.) combines the strengths of both degrees to prepare students for pastoral educational ministry. Students earn both a master of divinity and a master of arts in Christian education degree in four years. Graduates often serve as associate pastors of Christian education, youth ministers, campus ministers, camp and conference center directors, solo pastors with wide-ranging responsibilities, and in other roles.

Requirements for Graduation

A student must take 28 required courses (including language courses) and at least 12 elective courses. A minimum of four years of full-time study is necessary to complete the dual degree program.

Each M.Div./M.A.C.E. level student shall participate in an assessment process, as described in the Student Handbook. This assessment process provides structured opportunities that support intentional, reflective integration of the academic work of students with their personal, spiritual, and vocational formation.

Additional Information

Weekend to Inquire Dates:

Richmond

November 13 – 16, 2008
March 5 – 8, 2009

Charlotte

October 24 – 25, 2008
February 27 – 28, 2009

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Biblical Languages (4 credits):

Elementary Hebrew I & II (BIB001-002 or 003)
Elementary Greek I & II (BIB004-005 or 006)

Biblical Studies (5 credits):

BIB211 Old Testament I
BIB311 Old Testament II
BIB221 New Testament I
BIB321 New Testament II
Elective in Biblical Studies

History, Theology & Ethics (6 credits)

HST101 History of Christianity I
HST201 History of Christianity II
INT263 Contemporary Theology & Education
THE102 Introduction to Christian Ethics
THE101 Theology I
THE201 Theology II

Practical Theology/Education and Ministry (9 credits)

EDU166 The Christian Life
EDU 168 Understanding Congregation/Agencies**
Group Process and Leadership Skills (EDU171) (should be completed within the first two years)
EDU 272 Aspects of Human Growth & Development
EDU 186 Teaching Ministry of the Church
EDU 263 Theory for Education
PRA 102 Pastoral Care
PRA 103 Preaching and Worship
Elective in Preaching and/or Worship

Supervised Ministry* (4 credits chosen from the options listed below)

SIM (year-long off campus)
SMY (year-long on campus)
Summer Ministry
Clinical Pastoral Education

Portfolio-based assessment process as described in the Student Handbook.

Elective Courses (12 credits)

*Students should consult the Union-PSCE catalog for details of degree requirements. Arrangements for Student Ministry and CPE placements must be made initially with the Office of Field Education or with the Director of Field-Based Learning before registration can take place.

** Must be completed by the end of the second year.

Total credits required: 40