Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
Concentrations with Curriculum Bible Exposition Learning Outcomes As a result of this program, the student will: 1. Be able to identify the basic contents, backgrounds, and purpose of each book of the Old and New Testaments. 2. Be able to explain the general history and cultures relevant to the study of the Old and NewTestament. 3. Be able to interpret and apply passages of the Old and NewTestaments through use of the grammatical-historical method, including understanding the contribution of genre to the passage‚ ancient meaning and modern significance. Concentration-Specific Requirements (19 credits) TTNT 501 Beginning Greek I Credit(s): 2. TTNT 502 Beginning Greek II Credit(s): 2. TTNT 503 Introduction to Exegesis Credit(s): 3. TTNT 604 Exegesis in the Gospels Credit(s): 3. TTNT 605 Exegesis in the Epistles Credit(s): 3. TTOT 603 Elements of Hebrew I Credit(s): 3. TTOT 604 Elements of Hebrew II Credit(s): 3.
4. Additional elective courses determined by the student in consultation with the advisor. Reduction Applicants who have taken undergraduate courses in biblical or theological studies may request a program reduction based on collegiate work. See Talbot Admissions Requirements for details. Note: if master’s level courses are reduced based on undergraduate coursework, some Ph.D. programs may require additional graduate courses in order to meet doctoral program requirements.
Curriculum (64-66 Credits) Core Requirements (31 Credits)
The following are the core requirements for all Talbot Master of Arts Concentrations except the Spiritual Formation Concentration. The core requirements for this concentration are listed separately.
Hermeneutics and Bible Study Methods Survey of Genesis - Malachi Survey of Matthew - Revelation
TTBE 517
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
TTBE 519 TTBE 520 TTSS 510
Theological Research Methodologies
Credit(s): 1.
Introduction to Spiritual Theology and Formation
TTSF 501
Elective Requirements (14-16 credits) Bible Exposition electives * : 10 credits General electives: 4-6 credits
Credit(s): 2 - 3.
TTSF 501 must be taken for 3 credits.
Personal Foundations for Spiritual Formation
TTSF 503
* One 2-credit Old Testament course and one 2-credit NewTestament course must be taken from the list below. These courses may be taken for 2 or 3 credits. If taken for 3 credits the additional credit will count toward the BE elective requirement. Old Testament TTBE 745 World of the Old Testament Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTBE 731 Exposition of Old Testament Segments or Themes Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTBE 731 should be taken as, Expos of OT: The Pentateuch. TTBE 750 Old Testament Wisdom and Poetry Credit(s): 2 - 3. New Testament TTBE 770 The Life of Christ Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTBE 610 Romans Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTBE 732 Exposition of NewTestament Segments or Themes Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTBE 732 should be taken as, Expos of NT: Life and Teaching of Paul. Biblical and Theological Studies/Diversified Learning Outcomes As a result of this program, the student will: 1. Be able to research either the Old Testament or the NewTestament using exegetical commentaries and certain tools designed for those with limited knowledge of Greek and Hebrew. 2. Be able to dialog with those who are outside of a biblically centered faith confidently and effectively, applying the knowledge of biblical doctrine to refute errors and to utilize practical techniques of dialog with the intent to reach those who “seek to know the reason for the hope that lies within you.”
Credit(s): 2 - 3.
TTSF 503 must be taken for 3 credits.
Talbot Spiritual Direction
Credit(s): 0.
TTSF 505
TTSF 505 must be taken twice.
Spiritual Formation, Vocation, and the Disciplines Historical Theology Survey Theology I - Introduction: Revelation and Nature of God Theology II - Works of God, Angels, Man and Sin Theology III - Christ, Salvation and the Spirit Theology IV - The Church and Last Things
TTSF 504
Credit(s): 0. Credit(s): 3.
TTHT 514 TTTH 511
Credit(s): 3.
TTTH 512
Credit(s): 3.
TTTH 613
Credit(s): 3.
TTTH 614
Credit(s): 3. Concentration/Elective Requirements (33-35 Credits) Concentration or electives * : 35 credits Thesis option ** : Reduces concentration to 33 credits. * Up to 6 graduate elective credits may be taken in other schools of Biola University with advisor’s approval. ** Consult the Talbot Student Handbook for preliminary steps that must be completed prior to enrolling in the thesis course.
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