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Master of Arts in Peace and Social Transformation
Graceland University
Key Information
Campus location
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
2 - 4 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
USD 310 *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* per semester hour
Introduction
The Master of Arts in Peace and Social Transformation at Community of Christ Seminary aims to develop personal and moral integrity for students, which is essential in the public work of peace and justice. By pairing foundational theological and scriptural courses with formational, contextual, and practical academic studies, students can deepen their experience and understanding of peace, social change, and justice work.
This degree focuses on the theologies and ministries of peace while exploring social change theories, social transformation methodologies, adaptive action models, conflict resolution, and restorative justice, all with the goal of empowering movement and transformation within communities, organizations, and churches.
Why Graceland
- An approach to curriculum, teaching, and the seminary’s community life that enhances and integrates the intellectual, personal, professional, and spiritual growth of students
- A dynamic relationship of research, consultation, and learning with local church congregations and denominational jurisdictions at all levels
- A proclaiming community of faith and learning inclusive of women and men who are diverse in ethnic, economic, social, and national background
- The preparation of the Christian leaders for mission through ministries of proclamation, justice, peace, and reconciliation in religious, educational, political, and public settings
Curriculum
Core Curriculum (25 hours)
- RELG5011 Christian Theology – 3
- RELG5022 Introduction to the Hebrew Bible – 3
- RELG5040 New Testament: Gospels and Acts – 3
- RELG5445 Theology of Peace – 3
- RELG5450 Philosophy of Peacebuilding – 3
- RELG6255 Social Justice: Ecologies and Economies of Peace – 3
- RELG6260 Conflict Resolution and Restorative Justice – 3
- RELG6270 Missiology and Social Transformation – 3
- RELG6700 Practicum Internship – 1
Select three electives from the list below (9)
- RELG5435 Integrated Leadership – 3
- RELG5440 Spiritual Formation and Transformation – 3
- RELG6050 Christology and Liberation – 3
- RELG6240 Contemporary Culture and Theologies – 3
- RELG6245 Transformational Leadership – 3
- RELG6250 Community Building and Diversity – 3
Admissions
English Language Requirements
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