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82 Master of Theology (Old Testament) Program Description The Master of Theology (ThM) with a concentration in Old Testament is intended for students who have completed a Master of Divinity or a Master of Arts (Old Testament). This degree provides students with opportunities to focus on such topics as the history of ancient Israel, advanced exegesis of the Hebrew texts (prose and poetry), and the study of ancient Semitic languages related to the Old Testament. If a student desires to specialize in the Old Testament for teaching, ministry enrichment, or doctoral studies, the Master of Theology provides a foundation in the critical study of the Old Testament. Curriculum Course # Sem. Hrs. ThM Prerequisites (600 or 700 level) 6 Old Testament Theology and Religion OT 661 3 Old Testament Electives (600 or 700 level) 6 Old Testament Electives (800 level) 9 Old Testament ThM Capstone (choose one of the following tracks): Non-Thesis Track: Old Testament Elective (800 level) 3 Specialized Project in Old Testament OT 995 3 Thesis Track 1 : Old Testament Thesis Proposal OT 996 2 Thesis in Old Testament OT 999 4 Comprehensive Exam EX THMOT 0 Total required hours for degree: 30 1 Students who desire to complete a thesis must complete the thesis application, obtain the approval of the Director of the ThM concentration, and submit the application to the Director of the ThM concentration by December 1 st (spring thesis) or May 1 st (fall thesis). SUGGESTED SEQUENCE OF COURSES Master of Theology (Old Testament) 30 hours (24 hours plus 6 hours of prerequisites) 1 OT major students can complete up to 4 hours of 600-700 level courses with an NT prefix 2 Students who desire to complete a thesis must complete the thesis application, obtain the approval of the Director of the ThM concentration, and submit the application to the Director of the ThM concentration by December 1 st (spring thesis) or May 1 st (fall thesis).