Advanced Masters.
Two programs designed for serious ministry scholars and vocational church leaders: the Master of Theology (Th.M.) — a rigorous 60-hour research degree — and the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) — the professional degree for pastoral ministry.
Ministry Preparation & Professional Requirements.
Logos University offers ministry-focused counseling education for church, ministry, and nonprofit settings. Logos does not offer licensure-track counseling programs. The Master of Arts in Christian Counseling does not meet educational requirements for state-licensed clinical practice or qualify graduates for any state mental-health licensure examination. Students are responsible for understanding the requirements for faith-based counseling in their own state or country; a degree does not establish clergy eligibility.
Chaplaincy certification, endorsement, and employment requirements are set by each agency or endorsing body. The D.Min. in Chaplaincy does not qualify graduates for professional chaplaincy certification or employment, or meet military, VA, hospital, or correctional chaplaincy requirements. Logos does not provide ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). Independently completed CPE may be evaluated for elective academic credit; acceptance is not guaranteed. Review your intended agency’s requirements before choosing a program.
Read the program requirements in the course catalog →Master of Theology (Th.M.)
The Th.M. is Logos University's most rigorous master-level research degree — 60 credit hours of advanced theological inquiry across biblical studies, systematics, and original scholarship. Ideal for those pursuing doctoral education, teaching ministry, or a lifetime of serious theological scholarship.
Coursework spans Old and New Testament studies, theological studies, systematics, hermeneutics, and biblical languages — culminating in a substantive thesis or project.
Program Components
Th.M. Curriculum Areas
60 credit hours across six structured areas of theological study.
The Th.M. curriculum is organized into six defined areas — each contributing a specific depth of theological formation. Every student completes coursework across all six areas, building a comprehensive graduate-level theological education. Sample courses listed below are representative; your specific course plan will be designed in consultation with your academic advisor.
Old and New Testament Studies18 hrs
Sample Courses
- NTS501 New Testament Synthesis
- NTS510 Gospels: Life of Christ
- NTS602 Acts
- OTS501 Old Testament Synthesis
- OTS510 Pentateuch
- OTS622 Nehemiah
Theological Studies12 hrs
Sample Courses
- THE562 Theology of Worship
- THE630 Hermeneutics (required)
- THE732 Identifying Your Spiritual Gifts
- THE762 Apologetics
- THE764 Bible Prophecy
Systematics15 hrs
Sample Courses
- SYS601 Old Testament Theology
- SYS622 Christology
- SYS701 New Testament Theology
- SYS721 Pneumatology: The Holy Spirit
- SYS723 Ecclesiology: The Church
Hermeneutics3 hrs
Sample Courses
- THE630 Hermeneutics: Interpreting the Bible (required)
Biblical Languages6 hrs
Sample Courses
- GRK601 Greek I
- HEB601 Hebrew I
Thesis or Project6 hrs
Sample Courses
- RES699 Master's Thesis or Project
Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
The M.Div. is the standard professional degree for pastoral ministry — a 90-hour core curriculum covering biblical languages, church history, hermeneutics, systematics, preaching, and pastoral practice, followed by a focused ministry concentration.
The M.Div. at Logos University is designed for those called to lead the local church — and those who want the fullest possible graduate-level preparation for a lifetime of pastoral ministry.
Required — All M.Div. Students
Core Curriculum
Twenty-two courses. The full theological foundation for pastoral ministry.
Every M.Div. student completes the same 22-course core curriculum — a comprehensive theological education spanning biblical languages, church history, homiletics, systematics, pastoral theology, and foundational ministry competencies. This shared core is what makes the M.Div. the standard for pastoral preparation.
- 01GRK601Greek I
- 02GRK701Greek II
- 03HCH601Church History I
- 04HCH611Church History II
- 05HEB601Hebrew I
- 06HEB701Hebrew II
- 07NTS509Synoptic Gospels
- 08PHL501Philosophy
- 09PRE601Homiletics I: Preparing Biblical Messages
- 10PRE701Homiletics II: Delivering Biblical Messages
- 11PTH706Christian Ethics
- 12PTH707Pastoral Counseling
- 13PTH805Advanced Leadership Principles
- 14SYS501Historical Theology
- 15SYS601Old Testament Theology
- 16SYS621Bibliology
- 17SYS701New Testament Theology
- 18SYS810Systematic Theology
- 19SYS812Pauline Theology
- 20THE630Hermeneutics: Interpreting the Bible
- 21THE662Comparative Religions
- 22THE762Apologetics
Choose Your Track
Concentration Tracks
Eight additional courses shaped around your specific ministry calling.
After completing the 22-course core, M.Div. students select one of three concentration tracks. Each track consists of eight additional courses providing advanced preparation in your area of ministry specialization. Your track is selected in consultation with your academic advisor.
Christian Education Track
- CED611Theology of Christian Education
- CED701Administration of Christian Education
- CED702Educational Models
- CED703Principles of Education
- CED704Managing Educational Resources
- CED705Theory of Christian Education
- CED708Learning Styles
- CED820Ministry to Adults
Christian Leadership & Management Track
- BUS500Church/Ministry Administration
- BUS511Organizational Principles: Development
- BUS550Marketing Strategy: Design, Planning, and Strategy
- BUS600Church/Business Management and Staffing
- BUS611Marketplace Ministry
- BUS710Managing a Non-Profit Organization
- BUS726Ministry Development: Vision, Mission, and Strategy
- BUS735Essential Team Interaction
Pastoral Care & Counseling Track
- CNS731Marriage and Family Counseling
- CNS734Grief Counseling
- CNS737Crisis Counseling
- CNS831Addictions Counseling
- CNS832Healing the Inner Man
- PSY501Introduction to Psychology
- PSY612Cognitive Therapy
- PTH614Pastoral Care
The Highest Level of Master's Preparation.
Whether you are called to pastoral ministry, scholarship, or doctoral-level study, the Th.M. and M.Div. programs at Logos University provide the comprehensive theological formation that serious ministry demands. Talk with an admissions advisor to find which program is right for you.
Th.M.
60 Credit Hours
M.Div.
66+ Credit Hours
100%
Online
$525
Per 3-Credit Course
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