bachelor of arts in biblical studies

The major in Biblical Studies is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for serious study and research in the Biblical text. This major is also designed to provide a solid academic foundation for graduate study in Biblical Studies.

Course Semester Hours
Core Curriculum (contains 12 hours of Bible) 57
Bible Requirements for B.A. in Biblical Studies 75
Common Bible Requirements (all Bible majors) 9
BI 2309 Orientation to Biblical Studies 3
BI 3319 Biblical Interpretation 3
BI 3345 Introduction to World Missions 3
Biblical Studies Major Requirements 9
BI 3342 Sermon Preparation and Delivery 3
BI 4320 Critical Introduction to the Old Testament 3
BI 4321 Critical Introduction to the New Testament 3
Textual Requirements 18
Doctrinal Requirements 6
Historical Requirements 9
Practical Requirements 12
Biblical Language Requirements (BI 1301, 1302, 2305, & 2306) or (BI 3301, 3302, 4344 & 4345) 12
Total Hours 132

Upper Level Courses At least 48 hours of the 75 hours required in Bible must be taken from upper level courses. Eighteen of the Textual hours must also be taken from upper level courses.