Study from anywhere in the world at your own pace.
Each course comes with outline and PDF books for easy understanding.
Ministry practicum and hands-on projects included in the program.
Develop research and writing skills through academic projects.
Prepare for local and global ministry with a Kingdom focus.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master of Greek Language and Literature (M.A. Greek) is a graduate-level academic program designed to provide advanced proficiency in the Greek language while developing a deep understanding of Greek literature, culture, and historical texts. Special emphasis is placed on reading and interpreting Biblical Greek, enabling students to engage directly with the New Testament and other important Greek writings in their original language. Through rigorous linguistic study, literary analysis, and historical research, graduates are equipped for scholarly research, biblical interpretation, teaching, translation, and ministry that requires a strong foundation in the Greek language.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Advanced Greek Proficiency
Biblical Text Interpretation
Linguistic Research Skills
Scholarly Communication
Translation Competence
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 – Foundations of Greek Language and Literature (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MGLL-501 |
Advanced Greek Grammar and Syntax |
3 |
|
MGLL-502 |
History of the Greek Language (Classical to Koine) |
3 |
|
MGLL-503 |
Introduction to Greek Literary Criticism |
3 |
|
MGLL-504 |
Research Methodology in Philology and Literary Studies |
3 |
Semester 2 – Classical and Biblical Greek Studies (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MGLL-511 |
Homer and Classical Greek Epics |
3 |
|
MGLL-512 |
Attic Greek Prose and Oratory (Plato, Demosthenes) |
3 |
|
MGLL-513 |
Septuagint Studies and Biblical Greek Texts |
3 |
|
MGLL-514 |
Practicum I: Translation and Commentary Workshop |
3 |
Semester 3 – Specialized Greek Literature and Application (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MGLL-521 |
Greek Tragedy and Comedy (Aeschylus, Sophocles, Aristophanes) |
3 |
|
MGLL-522 |
Hellenistic and Koine Literature |
3 |
|
MGLL-523 |
Greek Rhetoric and Philosophy (Aristotle, Stoics) |
3 |
|
MGLL-524 |
Elective (Choose One): Greek Epigraphy / Greek Historiography / Byzantine Greek Texts |
3 |
Semester 4 – Research and Advanced Application (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MGLL-531 |
Thesis / Major Research Project (25,000–35,000 words) |
6 |
|
MGLL-532 |
Practicum II: Teaching, Translation, or Research Project |
3 |
|
MGLL-533 |
Elective (Choose One): Comparative Philology / Greek Linguistics / Modern Greek Literature |
3 |
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 48
Delivery Mode: Coursework + Research + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System: Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin: 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction: English
Department: Biblical Languages and Literature Studies
Faculty: Greek Language and Literature
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Greek Language and Literature, or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1200
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Greek Language Instructor
- Biblical Translator
- Christian Author
- Ministry Educator
- Biblical Researcher
- Bible College Lecturer
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 48 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a Master’s thesis / major research project (25,000–35,000 words).
- Demonstrated applied project (e.g., annotated translation, teaching practicum, or commentary on selected Greek texts).
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