The Master’s in Ancient and Oriental Christianity at
Abilene Christian University
is a
2
years
long
program for international students,
taught in English.
The Master’s in Ancient and Oriental Christianity at
Abilene Christian University
is a
2
years
long
program for international students,
taught in English.
📖Introduction
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is a renowned private Christian university located in Abilene, Texas. Established in 1906, ACU offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts and sciences, business, education, and theology. With a strong commitment to Christian values, ACU integrates faith and learning, fostering spiritual growth and ethical development in its students. The university is known for its dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a vibrant campus community. ACU emphasizes academic excellence, critical thinking, and hands-on experiences, preparing students to lead successful careers while making a positive impact in their communities. With a focus on servant leadership and global engagement, Abilene Christian University nurtures graduates who are prepared to be ethical leaders and agents of change in the world.
If you have a knack for languages, enjoy reading ancient texts and wish to enrich your theological foundations for ministry, teaching or further study, the Master of Arts track in Ancient and Oriental Christianity might be the graduate degree for you. Though the program has a broad focus on exploring the roots of religion, it offers special opportunities in learning about the Christian East.
Ready to be a part of a program that explores the past to prepare you for your future? Apply now or contact us for more information today.
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Core Requirements Language appropriate to the research program (BGRK 600-699; BHEB 600-699) - Credit Hours: 6 BIBD 660 - Systematic Theology I Credit Hours: 3 BIBH 651 - History of Christianity I: Early to Medieval Credit Hours: 3 BIBH 652 - History of Christianity II: Reformation to Present Credit Hours: 3 BIBL 610 - Critical Interpretation of the Old Testament Credit Hours: 3 BIBL 620 - Critical Interpretation of the New Testament Credit Hours: 3 BIBM 602 - GST Orientation Credit Hours: 0 BIBL 699 - Master’s Thesis Credit Hours: 6 Total: 27 Credit Hours
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is a prestigious private Christian institution of higher education located in Abilene, Texas. With a rich history dating back to 1906, ACU is dedicated to providing a transformative educational experience grounded in Christian principles. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts and sciences, business, education, health sciences, and theology. ACU's faculty are committed to academic excellence, mentorship, and the holistic development of students. The university's values-driven approach combines rigorous academics, spiritual formation, and experiential learning opportunities to prepare graduates for successful careers and lives of service. ACU's vibrant campus community, state-of-the-art facilities, and commitment to innovation create an environment where students can thrive academically, personally, and spiritually. With a focus on Christian leadership and global engagement, Abilene Christian University equips students to make a positive impact in their professions and communities, guided by faith and values.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let
us
know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before
arriving. You
can arrive a few days before and
book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: Bachelor's.
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average
A, 70%, or a
high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here
,
"You
are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of
getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
2 Recommendation letters
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application
documents
during
your application. Some documents you can
send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info
about
preparing
application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information
is
available
here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application
fee and
upload
the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your
application within
2-3
days and proceed to the university or ask
you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive
your unique
application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates.
As soon as
there is any update we will let you know.
If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change
address at any
time
please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions
letter
electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable
deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the
admissions
letter and visa form to your home country.
