Biblical Studies Major
Bible & Ministry Department
Overview
Biblical Studies is a four-year program of study designed to equip graduates with thorough knowledge of the Bible and Christian theology. The English Bible track is available through ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Global, providing excellent training leading to a sound understanding of the Bible and Theology, skill in interpreting and applying the biblical text, and growth in the Christian life. ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Global courses are 100% online courses. Courses are offered each 8-week term. Individuals taking two courses each term can finish this program in about four years. Courses are $300 per credit hour.
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will evidence:
- Knowledge of the content of the Bible.
- A detailed understanding of Christian theology.
- Ability to defend biblical truth and the Christian faith.
- Practice of proper methodology for interpreting and applying the English Bible.
- Skill in communicating the teaching and application of a biblical passage.
- Commitment to growth in Christian character and lifestyle.
- English Bible: In-depth knowledge of specific areas of Bible and Christian theology.
Program Requirements
- Complete a minimum of 120 semester credit hours.
- A 2.0 cumulative grade point average and a passing grade in all required courses.
- At least 60 semester credit hours must be earned at Emmaus.
- Complete the general graduation requirements listed in the Academic Life section of the catalog.
- Meet course requirements in the following areas:
Bible/Theology (52credits)
- Old Testament Survey 1 (BT 102/ 3 credits)
- Old Testament Survey 2 (BT 104/ 3 credits)
- New Testament Survey (BT 106/ 3 credits)
- Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (BT 120/ 3 credits)
- Survey of Doctrine (BT 151/ 3 credits)
- Biblical Hermeneutics (BT 220/ 3 credits)
- Life of Christ (BT 247/ 3 credits)
- God, Creation, and Sin (BT 221/ 3 credits)
- Christ, Holy Spirit, and Salvation (BT 321/ 3 credits)
- Church and Final Things (BT 331/ 3 credits)
- Praxis of Interpretation (BT 320/ 3 credits)
- Homiletics 1 (BT 322/ 3 credits)
- Apologetics (BT 350/ 3 credits)
- Biblical and Practical Theology of Transformation (BT 352/ 3 credits)
- Church History (BT 376/ 3 credits)
- Bible/ Theology Elective (3 credits)
- Servant Leader Training Introduction (FND 115/ 0.5 credits)
- Servant Leader Training (FND 120/ 3.5 credits)
Intercultural Studies (3 credits)
- Missions & Evangelism (ICS 104)
General Studies (38 credits)
- Communication elective (3 credits)
- Ex) ICS/COM 330 Cross-Cultural Communication
- Fundamentals Computer Literacy (CS 101/ 3 credits)
- English Composition (ENG 101/ 3 credits)
- Survey of Literature (3 credits) *
- Foundations for Academic Success (FND 110/ 1 credits)
- Western Civilization 1 (HIS 131/ 3 credits) or American History 1 (HIS 235/ 3 credits)
- Christian Life and Worldview (HUM 111/ 3 credits)
- College Mathematics (MAT 140/ 3 credits)
- Basic Sciences Elective & Lab (4 credits) *
- Humanities Elective (3 credits)
- Ex) ICS/REL 308 World Religions
- Social Science Elective (3 credits)
- Ex) HIS 131 Western Civilization 1 or HIS 235 American History 1
- PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology
- General Studies Electives (6 credits)
- Ex) ICS/SOC 314 Cultural Anthropology
- PHI 108 Logical Analysis
- ESL 210 Introduction to TESOL
- Orientation for Online Learning (FND 105, P/F)
English Bible Track (15 credits)
- New Testament Book Study Elective (3 credits) Ex) Romans, 1 Corinthians, Acts/Paul
- Old Testament Book Study Elective (3 credits) Ex) Psalms/Proverbs
- Biblical or Systematic Theology Elective (3 credits) Ex) Theology Seminar
- Bible/Theology Electives (6 credits)
Electives (12 credits)
- Ex) History of Missions (ICS 106/ 3 credits)
- Biblical Foundation of Mission (ICS 208/ 3 credits)
Emmaus equipped me with a solid Biblical foundation to walk in a manner worthy of His calling in my life and provided me with an excellent education that would aid tremendously in graduate school.
John Walker
Superintendent at Central Christian School
