Students who have a fascination with the study of God and religious faith, practice and experience may want to pursue a graduate degree in theology. At the master's level, students who earn this credential may be able to advance their role in academic settings, as well as in churches and ministries. Programs that focus on Christianity can feature courses on the New and Old Testament and the history of the religion. Other courses may focus on different faiths, such as Judaism and Islam. Graduates who continue their studies at the doctoral level will be equipped to assume advanced teaching positions or work as researchers.