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College of Graduate, Online & Adult Learning
Christian Studies Certificate
College of Graduate, Online & Adult Learning
Christian Studies Certificate
- Graduate Certificate
- Graduate
Find renewed life in your faith, with greater knowledge of the Bible and theology. A graduate certificate in Christian Studies will provide you with the tools needed to explore theological ideas, apply faith to life, and study the word of God, all under the guidance of caring professors.
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apply towards a MATS, MAML, or an MDIV degree
Why get a graduate certificate in Christian Studies at Northwestern?
This certificate will expand your knowledge of scripture and theology as you gain an introduction to graduate-level education. By completing key courses from the Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) program, you will grow deeper in biblical knowledge.
The Graduate Certificate in Christian Studies is fully transferable toward completion of the Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS), the Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership (MAML), or the Master of Divinity (MDIV), should you want to continue your studies. Students entering the program must already have a bachelor’s degree.
If you have a passion to study the Bible and want to understand important theological concepts, this might be the right graduate certificate for you.
What will you learn?
You will learn to analyze, think critically, and become grounded in Scripture.
Some classes include:
- Spiritual Formation
- Biblical Hermeneutics
- Biblical History
- Theology
Christian Studies Certificate Gainful employment Disclosure
We are here to serve the Lord Jesus Christ and we do that by serving one another and our students.
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