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Th.M. in Preaching

Master of Theology Program (Th.M.)
The Master of Theology (Th.M.) is an academic research degree taking advantage of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary’s own faculty and the extensive Boston Theological Institute library resources and its broadly comprehensive faculty.

The work for the Master of Theology degree may be regarded as a fourth year of preparation for the Christian ministry or for preparation for advanced study.

The Master of Theology degree is designed to allow students to complete the degree requirements within a typical academic year from September to May. The degree may be taken on a part time basis, completing the degree in no more than three calendar years from the date of matriculation. The Master of Theology degree is intended for students who wish to specialize in one of the disciplines offered in the curriculum.


Master of Theology in Preaching
The concentration in preaching provides students with a year of advanced research and study in the field of homiletics. Students will need to have a firm grasp of biblical exegesis, biblical content, languages, and theology since these areas are integral to preaching.

Students will shape their course of study with the assistance of their faculty advisor. Students take eight courses and must include the Master of Theology Research Methods Seminar (901) and PR 926A/B The Preacher and the Message in their course of study. Two of the eight courses may be taken outside the area of preaching, with the director’s approval.

To find out more about the Th.M. degree, click here. If you have any questions about the Th.M., email Dr. Scott Gibson.