Explaining our Confession for Today's World
The Master of Arts in Theology trains students to read Scripture diligently, engage the great works of theology wisely, think critically through ancient and modern issues, and articulate the faith compellingly. This accredited degree provides deep formation in Christian doctrine for building up the church and equipping others for ministry.
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Why our MA in Theology?
The Master of Arts in Theology offers rigorous academic training that transforms students into confident theological scholars and ministry leaders.
Shaping Tomorrow's Theological Leaders
Our MA in Theology combines essential theological foundations with specialized concentrations, allowing students to develop both breadth and depth while preparing for advanced research and ministry leadership.
Three essential modules exploring God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit establish the orthodox framework for advanced theological study.
Engage major systematic theology doctrines including salvation, eschatology, and ethics for pastoral ministry and Christian leadership.
Specialized track exploring how theology develops from Scripture through history, from biblical exegesis to church councils.
Independent research under expert supervision. Choose standard (30 credits) or extended (55 credits) options for advanced preparation.


Drawing from the Great Tradition
Drawing from the theological wisdom of the ages, our curriculum connects students with the essential doctrines that have shaped Christian faith from the apostolic era to today. Each module combines rigorous academic study with practical application for contemporary ministry.
Core Modules
Grounded in the Nicene affirmation of Trinitarian orthodoxy, students explore the divine essence and persons through Scripture, patristic wisdom, and Reformed theology. Engage with Athanasius on the eternal generation of the Son and contemporary challenges to classical theism.
Following the Chalcedonian Definition's careful articulation of Christ's two natures, examine how the Church Fathers defended the mystery of the Incarnation. Study Cyril of Alexandria's contribution to orthodox Christology and its reception through the Reformation to today.
Investigate pneumatology as developed from Scripture through the Cappadocian Fathers to contemporary theology. Explore how the Spirit's procession, revealed in Scripture and confessed at Constantinople, shapes our understanding of sanctification and church life.
Dogmatics Concentration
Trace the doctrine of redemption from Augustine's anti-Pelagian writings through the Reformation's recovery of justification by faith alone. Engage with contemporary debates while remaining anchored in the Great Tradition's understanding of grace.
Explore moral theology rooted in Scripture and developed through Augustine, Aquinas, and the Reformers. Apply traditional Christian virtue ethics and natural law theory to contemporary moral challenges.
Study the Christian hope as developed from biblical foundations through patristic eschatology to Reformed systematic theology. Examine how the tradition has understood death, resurrection, and the consummation of all things.
Theological Method Concentration
Learn the interpretive principles that guided the Church Fathers from exegesis to doctrinal formulation. Study how Athanasius moved from biblical texts to Trinitarian theology and how the Reformers developed their hermeneutical methods rooted in patristic wisdom.
Trace the faithful transmission of apostolic teaching through the great councils, examining how figures like the Cappadocian Fathers and Cyril of Alexandria defended scriptural truth against heretical challenges. Study the theological method that culminated in Chalcedon's precise Christological formulation.
Explore how the Great Tradition has understood Scripture's nature and authority, from the early church's recognition of the canon through Augustine's understanding of divine inspiration to the Reformation's principle of sola scriptura. Engage with contemporary questions while remaining grounded in historic Christian conviction.
Research Dissertation
Conduct independent research on a specialized theological topic under expert supervision. Students develop advanced research skills while exploring questions that bridge historical theology with contemporary application.
For students seeking more intensive research preparation, the extended option provides deeper investigation into complex theological questions. This pathway is ideal for those planning doctoral study or academic careers.
Research supervisors
Our research supervisors are published experts committed to the Alexandrian Institute's vision of integrative formation:
- Dennis Greeson
- KJ Drake
- Christy Thornton
- Ty Kieser
- Courtney Veasey
- Greg Parker
- Andrew Errington
- Matt Crawford
- Bobby Jamieson
- Stephen Presley
MA in Theology
Application Information
Research Community
With multiple semester-based start dates and accessible admissions, our MA in Theology welcomes students from diverse backgrounds. Download our program guide for complete details on format, schedule, and requirements.
Tuition & Fees Info
Investing in your theological education at the Alexandrian Institute provides exceptional value, combining world-class academic standards with accessible pricing that makes rigorous theological training available to students worldwide.
Partnership with Union Theological College
The Alexandrian Institute stands as a center for research-based theological education, where rigorous academic inquiry is wedded to deep spiritual formation. Drawing from the best of the classical tradition and modern The Doctorate of Philosophy degree at the Alexandrian Institute is taught in partnership with Union Theological College, Belfast. Students receive the full benefits of UTC enrollment, including access to the Gamble Library, research support from college librarians, and participation in college events and review processes.
Upon admission, TAI assigns a primary supervisor while UTC provides a secondary supervisor from the Presbyterian Theological Faculty, Ireland (PTFI) to ensure academic standards and college procedures are met throughout the programme. This collaborative approach combines TAI's distinctive theological vision with UTC's established doctoral excellence and quality assurance. scholarship, the Institute equips students to engage Scripture, theology, and culture with intellectual integrity and pastoral wisdom. Its programs prioritize careful research, critical thinking, and faithful interpretation, preparing leaders who are not only well-informed but also rooted in a life of devotion and service.


Application Process
- Step 1
TAI Application
Submit your research proposal, academic credentials, and supporting materials through our application process for review by our admissions committee and prospective supervisors.
- Step 2
UTC Referral
Upon TAI approval, we submit your application to Union Theological College for final admission consideration and formal enrollment.
Required Documents:
- Research proposal (2,000 words)
- Curriculum vitae and academic transcripts
- Letter of intent (300-400 words)
- Academic writing sample (2,000 words)
- Two academic references
- English language certification (if applicable)
Join the Inaugural Cohort
Be among the first students to experience this groundbreaking program in theological ethics. As a founding member of our MTh community, you'll help shape the future of Christian ethical scholarship while receiving unparalleled attention from world-class faculty.


Here are reasons to join
our cohorts.
- one
Pioneer a New Standard
Partner with us to build a premier theological ethics program. Your engagement will define its future, and you'll benefit from small cohorts and close faculty mentorship.
- two
Intensive Faculty Engagement
Get unprecedented access to top scholars in theological ethics. Our founding class receives personalized mentorship and collaborative research that larger programs simply can't match.
- three
Shape Tomorrow's Conversations
Join a select community committed to advancing Christian ethical thought. Graduate in the first cohort trained to engage today's most pressing moral challenges with theological wisdom.
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Limited Spaces Available
We're accepting a carefully selected founding class to ensure the highest quality educational experience. Applications are now open for 2025-2026 academic year.
Transforming Lives Across the Globe
Students from six continents have discovered how rigorous theological education can deepen their faith, strengthen their ministry, and equip them to serve the global church.
Take the Next Step in your Theological Journey
Join our MA in Theology Webinar to hear from the faculty and students, learn about the curriculum and admissions process, and ask questions during a live Q&A. Register to attend live or to receive the recording.
Next Webinar: December 15, 2025 at 10:00am Central
Duration: 45 minutes
Format: Live presentation with Q&A






