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2013-14
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Biola University Catalog 2013-14
Biola University Catalog 2013-14
Published, Designed and Produced by: Biola University Office of the Registrar Chrystal Barber, Editor and Designer Betty Ann Wytcherley, Co-Editor
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Disclaimer: Biola University reserves the right to change any and all student charges, modify its services, or change its curriculum or programs of study should economic conditions, curricular revisions, or other relevant factors make it necessary or desirable to do so. While every effort is made to insure the accuracy of the information in this catalog, Biola University has the right to make changes at any time without prior notice.
Contents
C ontents General Information General Information
Admission, Enrollment and Graduation Requirements
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Enrollment Deposit
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Admission of Non-Native English-Speaking Students
Historical Sketch
3 3 3 3 4 4 4 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 8 9 9 9 9
Veterans
The Mission of Biola University
Registration (Phase 1) Enrollment (Phase 2)
The University Vision
Vision
Add/Drops Withdrawal
The Goals of the University Accreditation and Affiliations
Student’s Records
Doctrinal Statement
Attendance
Teaching Biblical Studies
Grades
Diversity Statement
Repeated Courses
Chapel
Final Grades
The Community of La Mirada The Biola University Campus Biola Educational Centers
Grade Changes
Dean’s List
Audit Students Academic Load
The Library
Media Services
Independent Study/Arranged Course
Center for Christian Thought
Classification of Students Numbering of Courses
Center for Learning Enrichment, Assessment and Research (CLEAR)
27 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 27 Directory Information 28 Implications of Requesting Total Confidentiality to Student Records 29 Transcript Requests 29 Name Changes 29 Extracurricular Activities 29 Degrees Offered 29 Undergraduate Programs 30 Graduate Programs 32 Commencement 33 Summary of University Enrollment 33 Summary of University Graduating Class 34 Graduation Rate Disclosure 34 Academic and Behavioral Standards 35 Academic Standing 35 Satisfactory Academic Progress and Financial Aid Eligibility 35 Athletic Eligibility 35 Extracurricular Activities 35 Academic Integrity 35 Fraudulent Records 35 Biola University Community Standards 36 Student Services 37 Residence Life 37 Residence Halls 37 Housing for Graduate Students 37 Residency Requirements 37 Housing Reservation 37 Continuing Students 38 Commuter Students 38 Food Service 38
Distance Learning Interterm Session Summer Session
Army ROTC
Air Force ROTC
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Financial Information
11
Application Fee
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Room
Meal Plan
Graduate Student Housing Rates Tuition Information 2013–14
General Fees
Special Fees - Undergraduate
Special Fees - Graduate
Music Fees Typical Costs
Payment Information
Finance Charges
Refunds - Withdrawal
Fall and Spring Semester Refund Policy
Interterm and Summer Session Refund Policy
Outstanding Balances Refunds - Overpayment
Financial Aid Information Undergraduate Financial Aid General Financial Aid Information
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Application for Aid
Financial Aid Disbursements
Financial Aid Withdrawal/Return of Aid Policy
Return of Aid
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
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Courses
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Biola Print Shop
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Torrey (YMDT)
Bookstore
Computer Store Health Services Campus Safety
International Student Education
English Language Studies Program (ELSP) International Student Exchange Program
Immigration Services
Biola English Summer Program
International Student Services
English Language Studies Program
Learning Center Academic Advising Psychological Services Career Development
Program Description
Curriculum
Courses
Writing Center
English Language Studies Program (EILI) English Language Studies Program (ENGL)
Appeals and Grievances
Student Activities Spiritual Development
Pre-Professional Programs
Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dentistry Pre-Medicine
Student Government for Undergraduates Student Government for Graduate Students
Student Missionary Union
Pre-Physical Therapy
Athletics
Pre-Veterinary 58 Other Post-Graduate Health Professional Programs 58 Pre-Bible Translation 58 Pre-Engineering 58 Pre-Seminary 58 Pre-Speech/Language Pathology and Pre-Audiology 58 Study Abroad and Domestic Off Campus Programs 59 General Information 59 Curriculum Requirements 59 Biola Programs 59 Biola London (BLS) 59 Heidelberg Semester Program (HSP) 60 International Student Exchange Program (ISE) 60 BestSemester (CCCU) Programs 60 American Studies Program (ASP) 60 Australia Studies Centre (ASC) 60 China Studies Program (CSP) 61 Contemporary Music Center (CMC) 61 India Studies Program (ISP) 62 Latin American Studies Program (LAS) 62 Los Angeles Film Studies Center (LAF) 62 Middle East Studies Program (MES) 63 Oxford Summer Programme (OSP) 63 Scholars’ Semester in Oxford (SSO) 63 Uganda Studies Program (USP) 63 Washington Journalism Center Program (WJC) 64 Affiliated Semester Programs 64 Creation Care Study Program (CCSP) 64 Focus Leadership Institute (FFI/FLI) 65 Quito Semester Program (QES) 65 Affiliated University/College Semester Programs 65 Development Studies in Honduras (DSP) 65 NewYork Center for Art and Media Studies (NYB) 66
Student Media
Theatre Productions
Forensics
Other Performance Opportunities Christian Formation and Ministry
43 Undergraduate Requirements and Policies 44 High School Record 44 Admission Procedure 44 Application Deadlines 44 Home-Schooled Students 44 Transfer Students 45 Transfer of Credits 45 Distance Education 45 Bible Residency Requirement 45 General Education Options for Transfer Students 45 Advanced Placement Program 45 College Level Examination Program 46 Challenging a Course 46 Academic Standards 46 General Education Program 46 Philosophy of General Education 46 Biblical and Theological Studies Requirement 47 Arts and Sciences Requirement 47 General Education Course Substitutions 50 Electives 50 Torrey Honors Institute 51 Mission and Learning Outcomes 51 Torrey Honors Institute, Certificate 51 Program Plan 51 Torrey Certificate 51 Admission Requirements 51 Torrey Houses 51 Torrey Off-Campus Programs 52
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Studio Art, B.F.A. Degree Program
77 77 78 79 79 80 80 80 80 80 80 84 84 84 84 84 84 85 85 85 85 88 88 88 88 88 89 89 89 89 89 89 90 90 91 91 91 92 92 92 92 98 98 98 98 98 99
Interterm and Summer Study Tours
66 66 66
Affiliated Interterm and Summer Programs
Concentrations
Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies
Design, B.S.
School of Arts and Sciences - Undergraduate
Degree Program
67 68
Studio Art, B.S.
Anthropology
Degree Program
Mission
68 68 68 68 68 68 68 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 70 70 70 70 70 70
Art, Minor
Learning Outcomes
Minor Requirements
Anthropology, B.A.
Courses
Degree Program
Art (ARTS)
General Education Requirements
Biblical and Theological Studies Mission and Learning Outcomes Biblical Studies Challenge Exams Biblical and Theological Studies, B.A.
Core Requirements Elective Requirements
Concentrations
Anthropology, Minor Minor Requirements Core Requirements Elective Requirements Archaeology, Minor Minor Requirements
Degree Program
General Bible Requirements
Biblical and Theological Studies, Minor
Minor Requirements
Courses
Prerequisites
Biblical and Theological Studies (BBST)
Core Requirements Elective Requirements
Biblical Languages
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Social Justice, Human Rights and Conflict Transformation, Minor
Courses
Greek (BLGR) Hebrew (BLHE)
Minor Requirements Core Requirements Elective Requirements
Biological Sciences
Courses
Mission and Learning Outcomes Admission Recommendations
Anthropology (ANTH)
Biological Science, B.S.
Applied Linguistics and TESOL
74
Degree Program Concentrations
Applied Linguistics
74 74 74 74 74
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Environmental Science, B.S.
Summer Institute of Linguistics at Biola
Degree Program
TESOL
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Human Biology, B.S.
Degree Program Concentrations
Applied Linguistics, Minor
74
Minor Requirements Core Requirements Elective Requirements
74 74 74
Biological Science, Minor
Minor Requirements
TESOL, Minor
74
Courses
Minor Requirements Core Requirements
74 74
Biological Sciences (BIOS)
Business Administration
TESOL, Certificate
75 75 75 75 77 77 77 77
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Courses
Admission Requirements
Applied Linguistics (INAL)
Business Administration, B.S.
TESOL (INTE)
Degree Program Concentrations
Art
Mission
Business Administration, Minor
100 100
Learning Outcomes
Minor Requirements
Admissions and Program Requirements
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Communication Studies, B.A.
127 127 127 129 129 129 129 129 129 132 132 132 132 132 133 133 133 133 134 134 134 134 136 136 136 136 136 137 137 138 138 138 138 139 139 143 143 143 143 144 144 144 144 144
Business Administration (BUSN)
Degree Programs Concentrations
Chemistry, Physics and Engineering
Theatre, B.A.
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Degree Program
Degree Programs Biochemistry, B.S. Degree Program
Communication Studies, Minor
Minor Requirements
Courses
Engineering Physics, B.S.
Communication Studies (COMM)
Degree Program
Computer Science
Physical Science, B.S. Degree Program Concentrations Chemistry, Minor
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Computer Science, B.S.
Degree Program Concentrations
Minor Requirements
Physical Science, Minor
Computer Science, Minor
Minor Requirements
Minor Requirements
Physics, Minor
Courses
Minor Requirements
Computer Science (CSCI)
Science and Theology, Minor
Education
Minor Requirements
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Courses
Liberal Studies, Elementary Education, B.A.
Chemistry (CHEM)
Degree Program
Physics (PHSC)
Professional Teacher Preparation
Preliminary Credentials
Christian Ministries
Multiple Subject Credentials Single Subject Credentials
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Christian Ministries, B.A.
Teacher Preparation Requirements
Degree Program Concentrations
Applying for a Credential Additional Certification
Christian Ministries, Minor
Elementary Education, Minor
Minor Requirements
Minor Requirements
Courses
Secondary Education, Minor
Christian Ministries (CEED)
Minor Requirements
Cinema and Media Arts
Courses
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Education (LEDU)
Cinema and Media Arts, B.A.
English
Degree Program Concentrations
Mission and Learning Outcomes
English, B.A.
Courses
Degree Program Concentrations
Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA)
Communication Sciences and Disorders
124
English, Minor
Mission and Learning Outcomes 124 Communication Sciences and Disorders, B.S. 124 Degree Program 124 Courses 125 Communication Disorders (CODS) 125 Communication Studies 127 Mission and Learning Outcomes 127
Minor Requirements
Courses
English (ENGL)
History and Political Science
147
Mission
147 147 147
Learning Outcomes Off-Campus Programs
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History, B.A.
147 147 147 148 149 149 149 150 150 150 150 150 151 151 151 151 152 152 152 155 158 158 158
Journalism and Integrated Media, Minor
171 171 171
Degree Program Concentrations
Minor Requirements
Courses
History: Secondary Instruction
Journalism and Integrated Media (JOUR) 171 Kinesiology, Health and Physical Education 175 Mission 175 Department Objectives 175 Kinesiology, B.S. 175 Degree Program 175 Concentrations 175 Physical Education, B.S. 176 Degree Program 176 Concentrations 177 Coaching, Minor 177 Minor Requirements 177 Kinesiology, Health and Physical Education, Minor 178 Minor Requirements 178 Courses 178 Kinesiology, Health and Physical Education (PEED) 178 Mathematics 180 Mission and Learning Outcomes 180 Mathematics, B.S. 180 Degree Program 180 Concentrations 180 Mathematics, Minor 181 Minor Requirements 181 Courses 181 Mathematics (MATH) 181 Modern Languages 184 Mission and Learning Outcomes 184 Admission Requirements 184 Spanish, B.A. 184 Degree Program 184 Concentrations 185 Spanish, Minor 186 Minor Requirements 186 Courses 187 American Sign Language (HUFA) 187 French (HUFF) 187 Special Offerings (HUFR) 188 Spanish (HUFS) 188 Conservatory of Music 192 Mission 192 Learning Outcomes 192 Admission Requirements 192 Special Programs/Opportunities 192 Music Degree Programs 192
Core Requirements Political Science, B.A.
Degree Program Concentrations
History, Minor
Minor Requirements
Middle East Studies, Minor Minor Requirements Political Science, Minor
Minor Requirements
Pre-Law, Minor
Minor Requirements
Courses
Geography (HGEO)
History (HIST)
Political Science (POSC)
Humanities
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Humanities, B.A. Degree Program Concentrations
158 158
Intercultural Studies
159 159 159 159 159 160 162 162 162 162 162 162 163 163 163 163 167 167 168 168 169 169 169 169
Mission
Learning Outcomes
Intercultural Studies, B.A.
Degree Program Concentrations
Intercultural Studies, Minor
Minor Requirements
International Development, Minor
Minor Requirements Islamic Studies, Minor Minor Requirements
Missions, Minor
Minor Requirements
Courses
Intercultural Studies (INCS)
Journalism and Integrated Media Mission and Learning Outcomes On-Campus Study Opportunities Off-Campus Program Opportunities
General Requirements
Journalism and Integrated Media, B.A.
Degree Program Concentrations
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Music, B.A.
193 193 193 193 193 195 195 196 196 196 196 196 196 197 197 203 203 203 204 204 206 207 207 210 210 210 210 211 211 211
Sociology, B.A.
217 217 217 217 217 218 218 218 218 218 218 221 221 221 221 221 222 222 222 222
Degree Program
Degree Program Concentrations
Music, B.M.
Gender Studies, Minor Minor Requirements Social Work, Minor Minor Requirements
Degree Program Majors Offered
Music, B.S.
Degree Program
Applied Music, Minor Minor Requirements
Sociology, Minor
Minor Requirements
ContemporaryWorship Music, Minor
Courses
Minor Requirements
Sociology (SOCI)
Music, Minor
Urban Studies
Minor Requirements
Mission
Courses
Learning Outcomes Urban Studies, B.A.
Music (MUSC)
Degree Program
Nursing
Mission
General Studies
Learning Outcomes
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Nursing, B.S.
Courses
Degree Program General Policies
General Studies (GNST)
Courses
School of Arts and Sciences - Graduate 223 Christian Apologetics 224 Mission and Learning Outcomes 224 Admission Requirements 224 Delivery Formats 224 Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics 224 Graduation Requirements 224 Courses 225 Christian Apologetics (CSAP) 225 Science and Religion 228 Mission and Learning Outcomes 228 Admission Requirements 228 Delivery Formats 228 Master of Arts in Science and Religion 228 Graduation Requirements 228 Curriculum 228 Courses 229 Science and Religion (CSSR) 229
Nursing (NURS)
Philosophy
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Philosophy, B.A. Degree Program Philosophy, Minor
Minor Requirements
Courses
Philosophy (PHIL)
211
Psychology
213 213 213 213 213 214 214 214 214 216 216 216 216 216
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Admission Requirements
Psychology, B.A. Degree Program Psychology, Minor
Minor Requirements
Courses
Psychology (PSYC)
School of Professional Studies School of Professional Studies
231 232 232 232 232 233 233 233 233
Social Science
Mission and Learning Outcomes History: Secondary Instruction
Mission
Objectives
BOLD Program
Social Science, B.A.
Degree Program
Organizational Leadership
Sociology
217
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Mission
217 217
Organizational Leadership (BOLD), B.S.
Learning Outcomes
Degree Program
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Master of Arts in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care
Courses
233 233 235 235 235 235 235 235 237 237 237
Organizational Leadership (ORLD)
272 272 273 273
Mission and Learning Outcomes Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements Spiritual Formation and Soul Care Core Curriculum Co-Curricular Requirements
Psychology
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Psychology (BOLD), B.A.
Degree Program
273 273
Courses
Psychology (CPSY)
Certificate in Biblical Studies
274
Organizational Leadership
Mission and Learning Outcomes
274 274 274 274
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Distance-Learning Format Admission Requirements
Curriculum
237 Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership 237 Graduation Requirements 237 Courses 238 Organizational Leadership (CSOL) 238
Certificate in Messianic Jewish Studies
275 275 275 275 275 277 277 277 277 278 278 279 279 279 280 280 280 282 282 283 283 284 286 286 286 288 288 290 290 294 294 294 295 296 296
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Curriculum
Talbot School of Theology Talbot School of Theology
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Certificate in Spiritual Formation Mission and Learning Outcomes
Mission
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Degrees Offered Support Services
Curriculum
Graduation Information Special Programs - Credit
Co-Curricular Requirements
Special Programs - Non-Credit Talbot Graduate Student Awards
Talbot Master of Theology
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Talbot Master of Divinity Programs
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Major Areas of Academic Study
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Program Options
Concentrations and Curriculum
Talbot Ph.D. and Ed.D. in Educational Studies
Talbot Master of Arts Program Mission and Learning Outcomes
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Degrees Offered
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Graduation Requirements Admission Requirements
Concentrations with Curriculum
Curriculum
Master of Arts in Christian Education
Ed.D. in Educational Studies
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Program Requirements (45 Credits)
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Ph.D. in Educational Studies
Program Requirements (48 Credits)
Christian Education Core Curriculum
Courses
Master of Arts in Christian Ministry and Leadership
Educational Studies (TTDE)
Doctor of Ministry
Mission and Learning Outcomes Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements Concentration Requirements
Mission
Learning Outcomes
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements Degree Specialty Tracks
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Theology: Philosophical and Moral
330 330 330 330 331 331 331 331 334 334 334 334 335 335 335
Courses
298 298 304 304 304 304 306 306 306 306 310 310 310
Doctor of Ministry (TTMN)
Objectives
Courses
Bible Exposition
Theology: Philosophical and Moral (TTPM)
Objectives
Theology: Systematic
Courses
Bible Exposition (TTBE)
Objectives
Courses
Christian Education
Theology: Systematic Theology (TTTH)
Objectives
Thesis
Courses
Christian Education (TTCE)
Objectives
Courses
Christian Ministry and Leadership
Thesis (TTHE)
Objectives
Theological Studies Digital Courses
Courses
Christian Ministry and Leadership (TTPT)
310
Courses
Theological Studies Digital Courses (TTTS)
Missions and Intercultural Studies for Talbot
314
Institute for Spiritual Formation
Objectives 314 New Testament Language and Literature 315 Objectives 315 Courses 315 NewTestament Language and Literature (TTNT) 315 Old Testament and Semitics 318 Objectives 318 Courses 318 Old Testament and Semitics (TTOT) 318 Philosophy 320 Objectives 320 Courses 320 Philosophy (TTPH) 320 Research Languages 322 Courses 322 Research Languages (TTRL) 322 Research andWriting: Special Studies 322 Objectives 322 Courses 322 Research and Writing: Special Studies (TTSS) 322 Spiritual Formation (Institute) 323 Objectives 323 Courses 324 Spiritual Formation (TTSF) 324 Theology: Historical 328 Objectives 328 Courses 328 Theology: Historical (TTHT) 328
339 340
Institute for Spiritual Formation
Academic Programs
340 340
Center for Spiritual Renewal
Rosemead School of Psychology Rosemead School of Psychology
341 342 342 343 348 351 351 351 353 353 354
Mission and Learning Outcomes
Degrees Offered
Admission Requirements Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology
Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
Courses
356 Psychology: Research and Dissertation (RSDS) 356 Psychology: Psychotherapy Laboratory (RSLB) 356 Psychology: General (RSPY) 357 Psychology: Theology/Biblical Studies (RSTH) 362 Psychology: Internship (RSTN) 363 Psychology: Integration of Psychology and Theology (RSTP) 363
Cook School of Intercultural Studies Cook School of Intercultural Studies
365 366
Mission
366 366 366
Overview
Graduate Information
Summer Institute of Linguistics 366 English Language Institute China (ELIC) at Biola367 Extension Centers 367 Ministry in Oral Cultures Concentration 367
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Anthropology
368 368 368 368 368 368 368 369 369 373 373 373 373 374 374 374 374 375 375 375 375 375 376 376 376 376 376 376 377 377 377 377 377 379 380 383 383 383 383 383 383 383 384 384 384 384 384 385
Doctor of Missiology
385 385 385 387 387 387 387 387 389 389 389 389 389 390 390 396 397 397 397 397
Objectives
Mission and Learning Outcomes Master of Arts in Anthropology
Learning Outcomes
Graduation Requirements
Objectives
Core Requirements
Program and Entrance Requirements
Doctor of Philosophy Program Information
Graduation Requirements
Objectives
Core Curriculum
Program Requirements Graduation Requirements
Courses
Anthropology (ISAN)
Ph.D. in Intercultural Education
Applied Linguistics and TESOL Mission and Learning Outcomes
Objectives
Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies
Degrees Offered
Objectives
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements Certificate in Linguistics
Courses
Intercultural Studies (ISCL)
Foundational Credits
School of Education School of Education
Program Credits
Graduate Certificate in TESOL Graduate TESOL Certificate Requirements
Mission
Program Options
Preliminary Credentials
Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics
Multiple Subject and Single Subject Credentials Graduate Teacher Preparation Learning Outcomes
Objectives Curriculum
397
Master of Arts in Linguistics and Biblical Languages
398
Preliminary Credential Admission Requirements
Objectives Curriculum
398
Preliminary Credential Teacher Preparation Requirements
398 399 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 401 401 401 402 402 402 402 403 403 403 404 404 404 404
Master of Arts in TESOL
ACSI Teaching Certificate
Objectives
SB 57 Options for Private School Teachers
Degree Requirements
Student Teaching
Master of Arts in TESOL (Online)
Clear Credential Program Admission Requirements
Objectives
Degree Requirements
Clear Credential Course Requirements
Courses
Child Development Permits Admission Requirements
Applied Linguistics (ISAL) Special Studies (ISSS)
Child Development Program Requirements
TESOL (ISTE)
Special Education Certificate
Intercultural Studies Learning Outcomes Degrees Offered Certificate in Orality
Admission Requirements
Special Education Program Requirements Master of Arts in Education (On-Campus)
Learning Outcomes
Courses
Admission Requirements
M.A.Ed. with Teaching Concentration M.A.Ed. Personalized Program Graduation Requirements Master of Arts in Education Personalized Program (Online) Admission Requirements Online M.A.Ed. Personalized Graduation Requirements
Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies
Objectives
Graduation Requirements
Core Curriculum
Master of Arts in Missions
Objectives
Admission Requirements
Curriculum
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Master of Arts in Education Teaching Concentration (Online)
405 405 405 405 406 406 406 407 407 408 408 408 408 409 409 409 409 410 410 410 410 418 419
Admission Requirements
Board of Trustees
Online M.A.Ed. Teaching Concentration
University Administration
Graduation Requirements
University Faculty 2013-2014 Academic Year
Master of Arts in Teaching (On-Campus)
Part-Time Faculty
Learning Outcomes
Special Appointment Faculty
Admission Requirements
Research Faculty
M.A.T. with a Multiple or Single Subject Preliminary Credential M.A.T. with Teaching Concentration M.A.T. Personalized Concentration
University Faculty Emeriti
Scholarships
Designated Scholarships
Graduation Requirements
Academic Calendar Fall Semester 2013
Master of Arts in Teaching Personalized Program (Online)
Interterm 2014
Admission Requirements Online M.A.T. Personalized Graduation Requirements
Spring Semester 2014 Summer Semester 2014
2013-2017 Academic Calendar
Master of Arts in Teaching, Teaching Concentration (Online)
Admission Requirements
Online M.A.T. Teaching Concentration
Graduation Requirements
Courses
Education (SEED)
Crowell School of Business Crowell School of Business
Mission and Learning Outcomes
419 419 420 420 420 421 421
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Master of Business Administration
Curriculum
Courses
Business Administration (MBAD)
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G eneral I nformation Carrying on a tradition of educational excellence that dates back over 90 years, Biola University now encompasses: the School of Arts and Sciences, Talbot School of Theology, Rosemead School of Psychology, the School of Intercultural Studies, the School of Business, the School of Professional Studies and the School of Education. Offering four baccalaureate degrees in 36 majors, 18 masters and seven doctoral degrees, Biola’s commitment to academic excellence is firmly rooted in its adherence to an in-depth, knowledgeable and living Christianity. Each year, over 5,600 students find Biola’s unique blend of faith and learning conducive to their academic and vocational goals. Historical Sketch The cornerstone of the original Bible Institute building in Los Angeles was laid on May 31, 1913, and dedicated with these words: “For the teaching of the truths for which the Institute stands, its doors are to be open every day of the year, and all people, without reference to race, color or class will ever be welcome to its privileges.” Spoken by Lyman Stewart, cofounder of the Institute and cofounder of the Union Oil Company, these words capture the vision of Biola’s founders. Stewart, together with T.C. Horton, initiated the Bible Institute, with the first permanent organization taking shape in 1908. By 1912, the school had grown sufficiently in its outreach and constituency to call R.A. Torrey, a leader in the field of Christian education, as the first dean. The next nine decades have witnessed tremendous growth in the development and outreach of the school. Under the leadership of Dr. Louis T. Talbot, president from 1932 to 1935 and again from 1938 to 1952, the Bible Institute program became a four-year course, leading to degrees in theology, Christian education, and sacred music. The School of Missionary Medicine was created in 1945, laying the foundation for Biola’s current baccalaureate nursing program. In 1949, the Bible Institute was renamed Biola College. Dr. Samuel H. Sutherland became president in 1952, and with his leadership the college obtained regional and professional accreditation. Additionally, many new programs of study were introduced, including Talbot Theological Seminary. The demands imposed by the growing student body and the enlarged curriculum prompted the purchase of a 75-acre site in La Mirada. Biola moved to the new site in 1959. Dr. Sutherland retired as president in 1970, but continued to lend leadership as a member of Biola’s Board of Trustees. That same year, Dr. J. Richard Chase became Biola’s sixth president. In 1977, the graduate programs of Rosemead Graduate School of Professional Psychology were acquired by Biola and relocated on the La Mirada campus. The undergraduate programs in psychology were merged with Rosemead’s graduate programs in the fall of 1981, forming the present Rosemead School of Psychology.
Under the leadership of Dr. J. Richard Chase, Biola College became Biola University on July 1, 1981. The University was composed of the School of Arts and Sciences, Talbot Theological Seminary and Rosemead School of Psychology. Dr. Clyde Cook became the seventh president of Biola on June 1, 1982. Under his leadership, the School of Intercultural Studies was instituted as part of the University in 1983. Talbot Theological Seminary became Talbot School of Theology in the fall of 1983 as a result of the merger between the appropriate undergraduate and graduate level programs. The Board approved the establishment of the School of Business in 1993, the School of Continuing Studies in 1994, now called the School of Professional Studies and the School of Education in 2007. These seven schools now compose the academic structure of Biola University. Because of the University’s heritage and commitment, its academic basis is broader than that of the standard college of arts and sciences. Terminal and preparatory programs lead to service in church-related vocations and the many other vocations and professions embraced by the present curricula. In addition, the University is a Christian institution of higher education without any denominational affiliation. From an institute to a university, Biola’s cornerstone has remained the same: commitment to Jesus Christ, the inerrancy of Scripture and biblical Christianity (within an evangelical Protestant framework), as well as to the spiritual, academic and holistic growth of those who are personally committed to Him. The Mission of Biola University The mission of Biola University is biblically-centered education, scholarship, and service-equipping men and women in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. The University Vision Biola’s vision for the future provides a vivid mental image that has been developed by considering the University’s rich heritage, its stated mission and the current cultural and internal landscape. From this vision, the specific plans and initiatives flow that will bring to life the purposes that God has set in the hearts of its leadership. When used to its fullest, a vision helps an organization to focus its energies and resources on those endeavors that best support the goals, ideas or objectives that it hopes to accomplish. Vision Biola University’s vision is to be an exemplary Christian university characterized as a community of grace that promotes and inspires personal life transformation in Christ, which illuminates the world with His light and truth. Further, as a global center for Christian thought and an influential evangelical voice that addresses crucial cultural issues, Biola University aspires to lead, with confidence and compassion, an intellectual and spiritual renewal that advances the purpose of Christ.
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The Goals of the University The University seeks to educate Christian men and women in undergraduate and graduate programs to produce thinking Christians who: 1. Are broadly educated with a biblical foundation and worldview. A. Appreciate with discernment the breadth of ideas and creative expressions that have shaped humanity. B. Apply critical thinking in order to: i. reason logically, ii. use a broad range of investigative approaches, and iii. exercise faith appropriately in the process of critical thinking. C. Communicate and defend their ideas on the basis of evidence. D. Hold and apply a biblically-based system of values and beliefs. E. Develop a commitment to cross-cultural understanding and engagement in order to function and serve in a diverse world. F. Seek to view themselves and others as God does. G. Participate in service and experiential learning opportunities. 2. Demonstrate competence in the set of knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to their fields and levels of study. A. Demonstrate competence in written and oral expression, observing the conventions of their discipline. B. Integrate major fields of study with a biblical worldview. C. Apply ethical principles that are consistent with biblical values. 3. Understand and apply biblical knowledge. A. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Bible. B. Understand the historical roots of the Christian faith and its relevance to contemporary civilization. C. Appropriate biblical knowledge as the foundation for continued character development and formation in the image of Christ. 4. Articulate and live out a biblical worldview. A. Engage the world of ideas. B. Engage their vocations as faithful stewards of God’s calling. C. Live with integrity. D. Serve the body of Christ and others as Christ served. E. Carry out Christ’s commission to make disciples of all nations. F. Live as responsible citizens. Accreditation and Affiliations Biola University holds institutional accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and
Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges * (1961). In addition, the institution and certain of its programs are accredited by the American Psychological Association (1980), the Association of Theological Schools (1977), the National Association of Schools of Music (1970), the State of California Board of Registered Nursing (1966), the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (2007), the California Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing (1960), the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (1997) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (1998). Note : Dates in ( ) reflect the initial approval date. Biola University is authorized to train students under the Veteran’s Bill of Rights. In addition, the University is affiliated with a number of professional organizations, of which the following are representative: American Anthropological Association; American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education; American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers; American Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation; American Council on Education; American Guild of Organists; American Intercollegiate Athletic Women; American Library Association; American Psychological Association; Associated Collegiate Press; Association of Christian Schools, International; Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs; Association of College Unions International; American Association of Higher Education; Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities; California Association of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation; California Council on the Education of Teachers; Choral Conductors’ Guild (California); Council for Christian Colleges and Universities; Christian Scholar’s Review; College Entrance Examination Board; Council on Post-secondary Accreditation; Evangelical Teacher Training Association; Intercollegiate Press; Music Educator’s National Conference; National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics; Western Association of Graduate Schools; Western Council on Higher Education for Nursing; and Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education. * If you wish to contact the Western Association of Schools and Colleges for any concerns, please contact them at: 985 Atlantic Ave., Suite 100; Alameda, CA 94501; (510) 748-9001. Doctrinal Statement Inasmuch as the University is interdenominational and yet theologically conservative, the Articles of Incorporation contain the doctrinal statement noted below: The Bible, consisting of all the books of the Old and NewTestaments, is the Word of God, a supernaturally given revelation from God Himself, concerning Himself, His being, nature, character, will and purposes; and concerning man, his nature, need and duty and destiny. The Scriptures of the Old and NewTestaments are without error or misstatement in their moral and spiritual teaching and record of historical facts. They are without error or defect of any kind.
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There is one God, eternally existing and manifesting Himself to us in three Persons—Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Our Lord Jesus was supernaturally conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin—Mary, a lineal descendant of David. He lived and taught and wrought mighty works and wonders and signs exactly as is recorded in the four Gospels. He was put to death by crucifixion under Pontius Pilate. God raised from the dead the body that had been nailed to the cross. The Lord Jesus after His crucifixion showed Himself to be alive to His disciples, appearing unto them by the space of 40 days. After this, the Lord Jesus ascended into heaven, and the Father caused Him to sit at His right hand in the heavenly places, “far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come, and put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him to be Head over all things to the Church.” The Lord Jesus, before His incarnation, existed in the form of God and of His own choice laid aside His divine glory and took upon Himself the form of a servant and was made in the likeness of men. In His pre-existent state, He was with God and was God. He is a divine person possessed of all the attributes of Deity, and should be worshiped as God by angels and man. “In Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.” All the words that He spoke during His earthly life were the words of God. There is absolutely no error of any kind in them, and by the words of Jesus Christ the words of all other teachers must be tested. The Lord Jesus became in every respect a real man, possessed of all the essential characteristics of human nature. By His death on the cross, the Lord Jesus made a perfect atonement for sin, by which the wrath of God against sinners is appeased and a ground furnished upon which God can deal in mercy with sinners. He redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse in our place. He who Himself was absolutely without sin was made to be sin on our behalf that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. The Lord Jesus is coming again to his earth, personally, bodily, and visibly. The return of our Lord is the blessed hope of the believer, and in it God’s purposes of grace toward mankind will find their consummation. The Holy Spirit is a person, and is possessed of all the distinctively divine attributes. He is God. Man was created in the image of God, after His likeness, but the whole human race fell in the fall of the first Adam. All men, until they accept the Lord Jesus as their personal Savior, are lost, darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, hardened in heart, morally and spiritually dead through their trespasses and sins. They cannot see, nor enter the Kingdom of God until they are born again of the Holy Spirit. Men are justified on the simple and single ground of the shed blood of Christ and upon the simple and single condition of faith in Him who shed the blood, and are born again by the quickening, renewing, cleansing work
of the Holy Spirit, through the instrumentality of the Word of God. All those who receive Jesus Christ as their Savior and their Lord, and who confess Him as such before their fellow men, become children of God and receive eternal life. They become heirs of God and joint-heirs with Jesus Christ. At death their spirits depart to be with Christ in conscious blessedness, and at the Second Coming of Christ their bodies shall be raised and transformed into the likeness of the body of His glory. All those who persistently reject Jesus Christ in the present life shall be raised from the dead and throughout eternity exist in the state of conscious, unutterable, endless torment and anguish. The Church consists of all those who, in this present dispensation, truly believe in Jesus Christ. It is the body and bride of Christ, which Christ loves and for which He has given Himself. There is a personal devil, a being of great cunning and power: “The prince of the power of the air,” “The prince of this world,” “The god of this age.” He can exert vast power only so far as God suffers him to do so. He shall ultimately be cast into the lake of fire and brimstone and shall be tormented day and night forever. Note : This doctrinal statement, presented here as originally conceived by the founders of the organization, has been and continues to be the stated theological position of Biola University. Where “man” is used, referring to the human race, it includes both genders. In addition, the following explanatory notes indicate the organization’s understanding and teaching position on certain points which could be subject to various interpretations: In fulfillment of God’s historical purpose for humanity to rule and establish God’s kingdom on earth (Gen. 1:28; Ps. 8:4-8; Matt. 6:10; Heb. 2:6-9), the Scriptures teach a millennial reign of Christ with his saints on earth following his literal return. The nation of Israel, having been redeemed, will play a central role in bringing the blessings of salvation to all nations during the millennium in fulfillment of biblical prophecies (e.g., Is. 2:1-4, 11:1-12; Jer. 23:5-6; Ezek. 37; Amos 9:9-15; Zech. 14; Matt. 19:28; Acts 1:6, 3:19-21; Rev. 20:4-7). Following the millennium, this kingdom will be merged into the eternal kingdom (I Cor. 15:22-28). Before these millennial events, the believers will be caught up to meet the Lord in the air (I Thess. 4:13- 17). The time of this “rapture” is unknown, and thus believers are to live constantly watchful and ready. The existence and nature of the creation is due to the direct miraculous power of God. The origin of the universe, the origin of life, the origin of kinds of living things, and the origin of humans cannot be explained adequately apart from reference to that intelligent exercise of power. A proper understanding of science does not require that all phenomena in nature must be explained solely by reference to physical events, laws and chance. Therefore, creation models which seek to harmonize science and the Bible should maintain at least the
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Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
Diversity Statement We believe that Biola University has been uniquely situated within a geographic region of great diversity in language, culture, and ethnicity for the purpose of fulfilling its mission of biblically-centered education, scholarship and service. Within this cultural milieu the University is called not only to respect this diversity, but to reflect it as well, for Christ intends his Church to be a multi-ethnic, multi- cultural, and multi-national body of believers. We believe it is our purpose, therefore, to create an environment in which all believers, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, economic status or physical ability, can pursue knowledge and personal development as they strive to become all God intends them to be. In order to maximize the learning of students and expose them to the diversity that exists in the culture at large, we seek to foster an understanding and appreciation of those elements in every culture that enhance human dignity and are consistent with scriptural teaching. We are dedicated to expanding opportunities for Christians of all cultures, and ethnic backgrounds to attend Biola, to be employed here, and to participate in the fellowship and mission to which we are called, always keeping in mind our desire to pursue excellence in all we do. We are committed to work for the establishment of a community composed of believers from every race, culture, and class who are united in their devotion to Jesus Christ, their obedience to His Word, and in their willingness to serve one another. Biola University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic group identification, gender, age, or physical or mental disability. However, as a private religious institution, the University reserves the right to exercise preference on the basis of religion in all of its employment practices and student admissions. Chapel University chapels and conferences are intended to bring the Biola community together regularly for worship, spiritual nurture and education regarding relevant issues facing us in our lives. The overall program brings a unique distinction to the ethos of Biola as a Christian university. Due to the central and significant nature of that ethos, attendance at chapel is required of all students. The Community of La Mirada The city of La Mirada is in Los Angeles County, 22 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles, and is surrounded by such cities as Whittier, Norwalk, Buena Park, La Habra and Fullerton. La Mirada is a suburban residential community with a population of 51,263. Included within the vicinity are several major shopping areas in addition to many other business establishments. La Mirada is situated near many of the outstanding attractions of Southern California. Downtown Los Angeles is a 30-minute drive from the campus. Disneyland is 12 miles to the southeast and famed
following: (a) God providentially directs His creation, (b) He specially intervened in at least the above-mentioned points in the creation process, and (c) God specially created Adam and Eve (Adam’s body from non-living material, and his spiritual nature immediately from God). Inadequate origin models hold that (a) God never directly intervened in creating nature and/or (b) humans share a common physical ancestry with earlier life forms. Though there may be many fillings of the Holy Spirit, there is only one baptism which occurs at the time of regeneration. The gifts of the Spirit are given to believers according to the Will of God for the purpose of building up the Church. During the foundational era of the Church (i.e., the time of Christ and the Apostles) God gave special manifestations of the overtly supernatural and miraculous gifts (e.g., tongues, healings, miracles) as “signs” that witness to the validity of those bearing new canonical revelation (c.f. 2 Cor. 12:12; Heb. 2:3-4). Beyond the foundational era, God in His sovereignty may grant any spiritual gift and work miraculously for the benefit of His Church at any time. The Bible is clear in its teaching on the sanctity of human life. Life begins at conception. We abhor the destruction of innocent life through abortion-on-demand. Confession before men is viewed as tangible fruit of salvation and not as a qualifying condition for salvation. Biola University does not necessarily deny employment to persons merely for lack of firm personal convictions on any teaching position in these explanatory notes. However, Biola University does weigh carefully the understanding and personal convictions of employment applicants on these points as well as the nature of their prospective work assignments, in determining their suitability for employment. Teaching Biblical Studies Academic study of the sacred Scripture differs from other disciplines in a university setting in that the primary text is God’s Word, which underscores the importance of making instruction relevant to faith, learning and living. At Biola every effort is made to be academically credible, theologically orthodox and practically relevant. Whether engaged in a critical discussion of the text, or a theological debate about a particular doctrine, the discussion must finally come to the meaning for life today. Though faculty members in all departments share a commitment to the convictions reflected in the University doctrinal statement, they reflect a healthy diversity regarding other contemporary issues and interpretation of specific passages. Whether a divergent view is held by others on campus or not, care is taken to represent opposing positions fairly, so that students can decide for themselves in a genuine educational environment. In practice, the task of teaching biblical studies is not limited to those within that department. Rather, the integration of Christian thought into all fields of inquiry is the goal of the entire teaching faculty. In this sense it is desired that every course contribute to the development of a Christian worldview for the Biola graduate.
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