Whether you are pursuing church-based ministry, advanced academic study, or desire to deepen your understanding of the Scriptures, this degree will provide you a thorough grounding in the language and literature of the New Testament. You will become competent in Greek exegesis and in understanding the historical-cultural setting of the New Testament canon. You will learn to navigate current issues in the field of New Testament studies and provide relevant, biblically-informed responses to those seeking to understand the New Testament.