BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL STUDIES - B.A.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies is to equip persons for competent introductory leadership in some form of specialized ministry in congregations and other settings. It also provides the foundations for a basic understanding of theological disciplines in preparation for graduate study. It also aims to serve as a scholarly enhancement of ministerial practice and preparation for some forms of basic teaching in Biblical Studies.

With a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, you will be better prepared for your ministry calling, such as chaplaincy, Christian education, evangelism, and youth ministry. You will also be prepared through a structured course curriculum that will bless your life!

ONLINE UNIVERSITY BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAM CURRICULUM - BIBLICAL STUDIES

Core Curriculum Total Credits: 60

Old Testament Survey
New Testament Survey
Intro to the Bible I
Life of Christ I & II
Introduction to Bible Study Methods
Life of Paul I & II
Introduction to Evangelism
Exegesis Book of Acts I & II
Introduction to Apologetics
Christian History I
Introduction to Missions
(4) Four Electives*

 

Major Curriculum Total Credits: 60

Systematic Theology I & II
Apologetics I
Introduction to Systematic Theology
Hermeneutics I & II
Exegesis Book of Romans
Books of Moses I & II
Introduction to Bibliology
Evangelism I & II
Bible Study Methods
Interdisciplinary Theology Method
Homiletics I
Church History
(4) Four Electives*

*Electives may be be completed through Life Experience, Educational Transcripts from other schools for other courses completed, or choosing open courses with Northwestern.

Degree Requirements: 120 Hours