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Biblical Studies Major
 
 
 

Biblical Studies Major - Bachelor of Arts
The Biblical Studies major is designed to provide in-depth study and preparation in Bible and related areas and subjects. It is intended for students who wish to pursue graduate studies in preparation for teaching, for those who desire a solid preseminary program, or for persons who wish to gain a high proficiency in biblical studies. The degree is granted upon completion of 125 credits as specified on page 42 of the catalog (40 credits must be in 3000- or 4000-level courses).

Required Courses 21 cr
BIB4460 Studies in Biblical Theology 2
BIB4835 Seminar in Theological Method (OCE) 4
BIA3235 Second Temple Judaism 4
BIA3236 Bible Customs and Geography 3
BIA4837 Seminar in Exegetical Method (WCE) 4
HIS3125 History of the Christian Church from Apostolic Times to the Present 4
Courses selected from the following 17 cr
Courses with ACL, BIA, BIB or PHI prefixes*
ENG2226 Introduction to Linguistics 4
ICS2015 World Religions 4
ICS3215 Contemporary Religious Movements 2
LTH4155 Literary Theory 4
MIN1005 Introduction to Ministry 2
PAS4305 Homiletics 4
*May not include courses used to meet core curriculum requirements.
Foreign Language 8 cr
ACL2001 Elementary Greek I 4
ACL2002 Elementary Greek II 4
Note: WCE=Written Communication Emphasis; OCE=Oral Communication Emphasis. See page 39 of the catalog for explanation and prerequisites.