Overview
8 semesters:
This comprehensive course outline provides a foundation for a Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Biblical Studies program, covering essential topics in theology, biblical studies, philosophy, history, and ministry. The capstone project allows students to demonstrate their mastery of the program's learning objectives.
COURSE OUTLINE
Semester 1
- THE 101: Introduction to Theology (3 credits) - Overview of theological studies and principles
- BIB 101: Introduction to Biblical Studies (3 credits) - Introduction to biblical studies and interpretation
- PHI 101: Introduction to Philosophy (3 credits) - Introduction to philosophical inquiry and critical thinking
- HIS 101: History of Christianity (3 credits) - Survey of Christian history and traditions
- PHL 101: Philosophy and Logic (3 credit) - Introduction to Philosophy and logic
Semester 2
- THE 102: Christian Doctrine (3 credits) - Study of Christian doctrine and theology
- BIB 102: Old Testament Studies (3 credits) - Survey of Old Testament history and literature
- BIB 103: New Testament Studies (3 credits) - Survey of New Testament history and literature
- SOC 101: Introduction to Sociology (3 credits) - Study of human social behavior and relationships
- ENG 101: English Composition (3 credits) - Development of writing and composition skills
Semester 3
- THE 201: Systematic Theology (3 credits) - Study of systematic theology and doctrine
- BIB 201: Biblical Interpretation (3 credits) - Study of biblical interpretation and hermeneutics
- HIS 201: History of the Church (3 credits) - Survey of church history and traditions
- PHI 202: Ethics (3 credits) - Study of ethics and moral philosophy
- GEN 201: Sophomore Seminar (1 credit) - Introduction to research and writing skills
Semester 4
- THE 203: Christian Ethics (3 credits) - Study of Christian ethics and moral decision-making
- BIB 202: Biblical Theology (3 credits) - Study of biblical theology and themes
- HIS 202: History of Biblical Interpretation (3 credits) - Survey of the history of biblical interpretation
- COM 201: Communication Skills (3 credits) - Development of effective communication skills
- GEN 202: Junior Seminar (1 credit) - Introduction to career development and professional skills
Semester 5
- THE 301: Advanced Systematic Theology (3 credits) - Advanced study of systematic theology and doctrine
- BIB 301: Advanced Biblical Studies (3 credits) - Advanced study of biblical texts and interpretation
- MGT 301: Non-Profit Management (3 credits) - Principles of managing non-profit organizations
- RES 301: Research Methods (3 credits) - Introduction to research methods and design
- THE 302: Theological Reflection (3 credits) - Study of theological reflection and practice
Semester 6
- THE 303: Contextual Theology (3 credits) - Study of contextual theology and its applications
- BIB 302: Biblical Studies in Context (3 credits) - Study of biblical studies in different contexts
- MGT 302: Project Management (3 credits) - Principles of project management and planning
- CAP 301: Capstone Project Proposal (3 credits) - Development of a capstone project proposal
- THE 304: Theological Ethics (3 credits) - Study of theological ethics and moral decision-making
Semester 7
- THE 401: Advanced Theological Studies (3 credits) - Advanced study of theological topics and themes
- BIB 401: Advanced Biblical Interpretation (3 credits) - Advanced study of biblical interpretation and application
- MGT 401: Strategic Leadership (3 credits) - Development of strategic leadership skills
- CAP 402: Capstone Project Implementation (3 credits) - Implementation of the capstone project
- THE 405: Theological Reflection and Practice (3 credits) - Study of theological reflection and practice
Semester 8
- THE 402: Theological Integration (3 credits) - Study of theological integration and application
- BIB 402: Biblical Studies and Ministry (3 credits) - Study of biblical studies and ministry practice
- MGT 402: Leadership Ethics (3 credits) - Study of leadership ethics and moral decision-making
- CAP 403: Capstone Project Completion (6 credits) - Completion of the capstone project
- THE 406: Theological Synthesis (3 credits) - Synthesis of theological knowledge and skills
