Biblical and Theological Studies
Residency Requirement Biola has a residency requirement for biblical studies. Of the 30 credits of Bible required of all students, 15 credits must be taken at Biola. Students may petition the Registrar’s Office for an exception to this rule. Transfer credit, credit for prior learning or credit by examination may not be used to fulfill the minimum residency requirement. Majors other than Biblical and Theological Studies or Christian Education may count a maximum of 30 Bible credits toward graduation. Core Requirements Majors must complete the general Bible requirements (excluding the two electives) plus:
Core Requirements (6 Credits) BBST 306 Early Christian History - Acts
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Integration Seminar
BBST 465
Elective Requirements Choose 6 credits of 300/400-level Bible electives.
Courses Biblical and Theological Studies (BBST)
BBST 103 - Biblical Interpretation and Spiritual Formation Equipping to interpret and apply the Bible in accurate and dynamic ways for spiritual transformation and character formation. Note(s): Must be completed during the first year. Credit(s): 3. BBST 105 - Foundations of Christian Thought Introduction to theology with special emphasis on learning to do theology, understand the doctrine of Scripture, introduce the integration of various fields of knowledge with the Bible, and see the importance and development of a Christian worldview. Note(s): Must be completed during the first year. Credit(s): 3. BBST 109 - Old Testament History and Literature An overview of the Old Testament with emphasis on the purpose of the writers; history and culture; literary genre, structure, and themes; persons and events, and practical application for Christian living. Credit(s): 3. BBST 110 - NewTestament History and Literature An overview of the New Testament with emphasis on the purpose of the writers; history and culture; literary genre, structure, and themes; persons and events; and practical application for Christian living. Credit(s): 3. BBST 150 - Old Testament Survey An overview of the Old Testament focusing on book outlines, key themes, persons and events in biblical history, and personal application. Note(s): BOLD students only. Credit(s): 4. BBST 220 - Guided Study For those needing credits to complete their Bible requirement. Reading with written reports on biblical and/or theological subjects. Note(s): BOLD students only. Credit(s): 1 - 3. BBST 251 - Theology I The Biblical doctrines of God, Christ, man, and sin, with reference to the history and development of Christian theology. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105. Credit(s): 3. BBST 254 - Theology II The Biblical doctrines of salvation, the Holy Spirit, the church, and last things, with reference to the history and development of Christian theology. Prerequisite(s): 103, 105. Credit(s): 3. BBST 301 - Biblical Studies Research Seminar Research skills for use of the internet, library and reference works in biblical studies and theology. Methods of writing with emphasis on critical thinking, persuasion, and evaluation are covered, culminating in a research paper and oral presentation. Note(s): Required of Bible majors. Bible majors only. Must be taken within the first two years at Biola. Credit(s): 3.
Biblical Studies Research Seminar
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
BBST 301 BBST 311 BBST 312 BBST 413 BBST 414 BBST 455
Biblical Backgrounds
Principles of Interpretation Biblical Theology Seminar Systematic Theology Seminar Pauline Theology — Romans History of the Christian Church
HIST 321
Choose 12 credits from either Greek: BLGR 101 Elementary Greek Grammar I
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Elementary Greek Grammar II Intermediate Greek Grammar and Exegesis I Intermediate Greek Grammar and Exegesis II Elementary Hebrew Grammar I Elementary Hebrew Grammar II Intermediate Hebrew Grammar I Intermediate Hebrew Grammar II
BLGR 102 BLGR 201
Credit(s): 3.
BLGR 202
Credit(s): 3.
Or Hebrew: BLHE 101
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
BLHE 102 BLHE 201 BLHE 202
Elective Requirements Choose 18 credits of 300/400–level Bible electives. In addition to the major requirements, students are encouraged to select a specialization of 12-14 credits outside the department and/or sufficient electives to complete the minimum of 130 credits for the degree.
Biblical and Theological Studies, Minor
Students who complete the 30-credit General Bible Requirement (listed under Biblical and Theological Studies, B.A.) at Biola qualify for a minor in Bible. This minor is displayed on the transcript if the student declares the minor on the graduation petition. There is a residency requirement and an upper division requirement for receipt of the Bible minor. Students must complete a minimum of 15 credits at Biola. Of these 15 credits in residency, 6 credits must be selected from the required upper-division courses listed below. Transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and credit by examination may not be used to fulfill the minimum residency requirement.
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