Master of Arts in Worship Ministry
Degree Overview
Vocational Calling
To serve the local church in the area of worship leadership. Foundational courses offering a broad theological understanding are complemented by in-depth studies in the field of worship.
For further information, please contact:
Dr. Greg Mathias (Program Supervisor)
Dr. Greg Woodward (Program Coordinator/Advisor)
Program Requirements
Master of Arts Core (27 hours)
Biblical Studies (12 hours)
course | hours |
|---|---|
Interpreting the Old Testament 1 | 3 |
Interpreting the Old Testament 2 | 3 |
Interpreting the New Testament 1 | 3 |
Interpreting the New Testament 2 | 3 |
Theological/Historical Studies (9 hours)
course | hours |
|---|---|
Systematic Theology 1 | 3 |
Systematic Theology 2 | 3 |
Baptist Heritage | 3 |
Applied Ministry Studies (6 hours)
*One course from the Applied Ministry Studies section must be taken in a mentoring format
course | hours |
|---|---|
Evangelism (M) OR Christian Missions (M) | 3 |
Discipleship and Spiritual Formation (M) | 3 |
Worship Ministry Competency (18 hours)
Worship Ministry Core (12 hours)
course | hours |
|---|---|
Theology of Worship | 3 |
Congregational Song in Corporate Worship | 3 |
Planning and Leading Worship | 3 |
History of Worship | 3 |
Church Music/Worship Component (6 hours)
course | hours |
|---|---|
Select six hours from Church Music and/or Worship courses** | 6 |
Total Required: 45 hours
(M) Indicates course is available in a mentoring format, as well as other formats.
*One course from the Applied Ministry Studies section must be taken in a mentoring format.
**Students may take up to 2 hours of ensembles as Church Music/Worship electives.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Master of Arts in Worship Ministry requires the following:
Applicants must fulfill all the normal admission requirements for NOBTS, including the admission form, transcript, church endorsement, statement of call, medical clearance, TOEFL for international students, etc.
Applicants must have earned a baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by a regional accreditation agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or holding membership in the Association of Universities and Colleges in Canada, or the educational equivalent.
Academic Requirements
The 45-hour course requirement of the Master of Arts in Worship Ministry degree is intended to introduce students to Christian worship in its biblical, historical, and theological dimensions. This two-year program of study offers a curriculum of basic ministry courses combined with specialized worship offerings.
PhD or DMin Eligibility
Students who complete all the degree requirements of the MA in Worship Ministry need to have the equivalent of a Master of Divinity degree in order to be eligible to apply to the PhD, DMA, or DMin program at NOBTS.