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1 BBST 465 may be taken with different content for a maximum of 6 credits counted toward graduation. Students may count only a total of 30 credits of biblical and theological studies courses toward the required credits for a degree (Biblical and Theological Studies and Christian Ministries majors may count unlimited BBST credits toward those degrees). Challenge exams are available for BBST 109 and BBST 110 (see Biblical and Theological Studies section). Part-time students (less than 12 credits per semester) are required to include at least one biblical and theological studies (BBST) course within each 15 credits completed at Biola University unless the 30-credit requirement has been met. Part-time students seeking a degree from Biola University must complete the entire requirement as outlined above. Arts and Sciences Requirement The students must make selections from the following courses in the arts and sciences. First Year Seminar 1 1 Behavioral Science 3 Communication 3 English 6 Fine Arts 3 Foreign Language 4-12 History 6 Literature 3 Philosophy 3 Physical Education 4 Science/Mathematics 8 Total Credits 44-52
Communication credit may not be earned through distance education unless first approved by the Communication Studies Department. English ENGL 100 Basic Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing 3 or ENGL 112 Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing I ENGL 113 Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing II 3 Total Credits 6 All students scoring less than 480 on the verbal section of the SAT (or 16 ACT) must enroll in English 100, unless they receive a score of 510 or better on the SAT II Writing Exam. There will be a late make-up fee of $25 when placement exams are not taken on the dates indicated in the student’s acceptance letter. Non-native English speakers who do not pass the Biola English Placement Exam (BEPE) must enroll in the prescribed English for Non-Native Speakers course(s) prior to enrolling in ENGL 100. International students, please see the English Language Studies section of the catalog for ENGL 151, ENGL 152, ENGL 161, ENGL 162, and ENGL 171. English Composition credit may not be earned via distance education. Fine Arts Select 3 credits from the following: 3 ARTS 100 Art Appreciation ARTS 107 Drawing I ARTS 108 Figure Studies I
ARTS 110 2-D Design ARTS 111 3-D Design ARTS 210 Sculpture I ARTS 211 Ceramics I ARTS 213 Painting I ARTS 221 Photography I-Introduction to Darkroom and Digital Processes COMM 160 Theatre Appreciation MUSC 001 Biola Chorale MUSC 002 Chamber Music Ensemble MUSC 003 Symphony Orchestra
1 First Year Seminar is required of all first-time students with fewer than 12 transferable credits from a college (excluding AP, IB, dual credit, or CLEP). The courses that fulfill the general education requirement are the following: Behavioral Science Select one of the following:
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ANTH 200 General Cultural Anthropology PSYC 200 Introduction to Psychology SOCI 220 Introduction to Sociology SOCI 362 Social Problems Total Credits
MUSC 005 Chamber Choir MUSC 007 Jazz Ensemble MUSC 008 Symphonic Winds MUSC 010 Vocal Jazz Ensemble MUSC 012 Women's Chorus MUSC 101 Music Appreciation Total Credits
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Check the catalog to determine which majors require PSYC 200 as a support course. PSYC 200 is required for all majors leading to a teaching credential. Communication Select one of the following: 3 COMM 100 Introduction to Public Communication COMM 170 Small Group Communication COMM 181 Introduction to Argumentation and Debate COMM 280 Oral Interpretation Total Credits 3
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Entrance into ensembles is by audition. Not all ensembles are available for general education credit. Credit for ensemble is 1 credit, therefore 3 semesters are necessary to meet the requirement. Those music majors in Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts programs must select from Art or Communication courses. Studio Art courses listed are not transferable from other institutions for general education credit. These courses must be taken at Biola University
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