Bachelor of Arts

Biblical Studies

Objective:

This major provides students with the opportunity to develop skills in the interpretation of the Bible, including the development of beginning skills in the biblical languages. This major complements other programs offered in the Department of Philosophy and Religion, the College of Theology and Christian Ministries, and the University at large. Although most programs within the Department of Philosophy and Religion are related to vocational forms of ministry, this particular major may be taken by persons with either vocational or personal interests and goals.

Administrator: Richard Thompson

Requirements: 12 foundational credits (which also meet general education requirements) and 42 core credits.

Foundational Courses:

These courses from the general education offerings are required as foundational to the major:

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
12


Choose two of the following:

Item #
Title
Credits
4000-level course in Hebrew exegesis  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
6


Choose two of the following:

Item #
Title
Credits
4000-level course in Greek exegesis  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
6


Choose two of the following:

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6


Additional Requirements:

Item #
Title
Credits
Additional 6 credits in 4000-level courses in biblical literature (BIBL), Greek exegesis (GREK), Hebrew exegesis (HEBR), and/or theology (THEO)  +
6
Sub-Total Credits
6
Total Credits
42