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Bachelor of Science in Biblical Literature/Systems

Program Type: Bachelors Degree

Overview

The biblical studies major is designed for students who desire a robust intellectual understanding of the foundation of the Christian faith.  In the process of the major, students study significant portions of the biblical text and explore various approaches to understanding it.  The goal is that the student understand the traditional view of the biblical text and why it has endured, and be able to critically evaluate alternative explanations.

Students who take this major anticipating graduate study and professional ministry should also take an introductory course in philosophy and logic and be able to read at least one theologically significant foreign language.  The primary language is Greek, although Hebrew is also recommended.  Students who plan to pursue seminary study should seek the counsel of the department faculty and consult with the appropriate denominational authorities to determine which graduate school(s) would best prepare them for their anticipated career.  Early in their senior year, students should correspond with the school(s) to which they intend to apply.

Curriculum

The bachelor of science degree with a major in biblical literature/systems consists of the 33-hour biblical literature major (beyond BIB 110 and 210) and curriculum requirements in systems analysis; at least a C- in all general education spiritual foundation courses; and the writing, presenting and defending of a scholarly paper in the senior year to meet the comprehensive exam requirement.  All systems curriculum courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.


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