Biblical & Theological Studies
This program, with its academic focus, helps the student build their life on a solid biblical foundation. Not only will this program help students learn for themselves the Bible and the basics of Christian doctrine, but it will also help them to teach and interact with others, both in the church and in the marketplace.
Customize your learning with a Concentration that suits your passions and interests. Biblical and Theological Studies Concentrations include New Testament Studies. Click the ‘Concentrations’ Tab below to learn more.
My perspective has changed in so many areas and I left a different person. I’m so thankful that I had the privilege of studying at PLBC. It was one of the best years of my life!
PURPOSE
This program is designed for those who are planning to go on to seminary studies. It places special emphasis on the study and interpretation of the Bible, while also providing a broad foundation for pastoral ministry.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Kyung Baek, PhD
OBJECTIVES
In addition to meeting the learning objectives required for all programs, the Biblical Studies Program will enable graduates to:
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- Know the contents and methods of understanding the Bible and theology in its original language.
- Interpret the Bible using sound exegetical, hermeneutical, and theological methods in its original language.
- Evaluate differing biblical, theological, cultural, and historical views at an advanced level.
- Formulate a Christian worldview demonstrated in life and ministry at an advanced level.
- Appraise and exhibit sensitivity to the global community in biblical and theological dialogue at an advanced level.
- Apply the Bible in teaching and preaching to specific issues in various contexts in its original language.
- Display a commitment to grow biblically and theologically.
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PROGRAM LENGTH
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- 60 credit hours
- 2 years fulltime
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
In addition to completing the 12 credit-hour core, students in this diploma also take the following:
GENERAL STUDIES (15 credit hours)
Communications (3 credit hours)
ONE of the following:
GEN 101 Academic Writing & Research
GEN 214 Contemporary Communication
Humanities/Fine Arts (6 credit hours)
GEN 100 Personal Life of the Leader
ONE of the following:
GEN 131 History of Christianity I
GEN 132 History of Christianity II
GEN 198 Christian Worldview
GEN 295 Christianity & Culture
Science/Mathematics (3 credit hours)
ONE of the following:
GEN 143 Science and Christianity
GEN 149 Statistics
Social/Behavioural Sciences (3 credit hours)
ONE of the following:
GEN 175 Conflict Engagement
GEN 177 Healthy Emotions
BIBLE AND THEOLOGY (12 credit hours)
BIB 101 Old Testament Survey
BIB 152 New Testament Survey
BIB 192 Biblical Interpretation
THS 101 Survey of Christian Beliefs
MINISTRY STUDIES (18 credit hours)
PMN 252 Homiletics
PMN 361 Pastoral Ministry
PTH 101 Spiritual Formation
PTH 114 Life & Ministry in Holy Spirit
PTH 225 Evangelism Strategies
PTH 270 Practical Ethics
Open Elective (15 credit hours)
or A Single Concentration (15 credit hours)
PROGRAM LINKS
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BA in Biblical & Theological Studies
PROGRAM LENGTH
120 credit hours
4 years fulltime
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
In addition to completing the 81 credit-hour core, students in this degree also take the following:
BIBLE AND THEOLOGY (21 credit hours)
BIB 393 Adv Biblical Interpretation
THS 490 Theological Method
Advanced Seminar
ONE of the following:
BIB 491 Adv Exegesis Seminar
THS 491 Adv Theology Seminar
Language: Grammar Requirements
ONE of the following two sets:
LAN 202 Greek I
LAN 302 Greek II
LAN 203 Hebrew I
LAN 303 Hebrew II
Language: Readings Requirement
ONE of the following:
LAN 492 Greek Readings Seminar
LAN 493 Hebrew Readings Seminar
Practicum
BIB 450 Biblical Studies Practicum
MINISTRY STUDIES (3 credit hours)
PMN 252 Homiletics
Open Elective (15 credit hours)
or A Concentration (15 credit hours)
PROGRAM LINKS
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Associate in Biblical Studies
PROGRAM LENGTH
60 credit hours
2 years fulltime
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
In addition to completing the 27 credit-hour core, students in this degree also take the following:
BIBLE AND THEOLOGY (18 credit hours)
BIB 291 Adv Biblical Interpretation
LAN 101 Intro to Biblical Languages
ONE of the following:
BIB 201 The Pentateuch
BIB 252 The Gospels
ONE of the following:
THS 201 Theology I: God the Father
THS 202 Theology II: God the Son
THS 203 Theology III: God the Holy Spirit
Bible or Theology Electives (6 credit hours)
Open Elective (15 credit hours)
or A Concentration (15 credit hours)
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Certificate of Biblical Studies
PROGRAM LENGTH
30 credit hours
1 year fulltime
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
In addition to completing the 12 credit-hour core, students in this certificate also take the following:
GENERAL STUDIES (9 credit hours)
GEN 100 Personal Life of the Leader
GEN 198 Christian Worldview
ONE of the following:
GEN 101 Academic Writing & Research
GEN 131 History of Christianity I
GEN 132 History of Christianity II
GEN 143 Science and Christianity
GEN 149 Statistics
GEN 171 Intro to Psychology
GEN 175 Conflict Engagement
GEN 177 Healthy Emotions
LAN 101 Intro to Biblical Languages
MUS 165 History of Church Music
BIBLE AND THEOLOGY (3 credit hours)
ONE BIB/THS Elective
Ministry Formation (6 credit hours)
PTH 101 Spiritual Formation
PTH 114 Life & Ministry of the Holy Spirit
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Concentrations
Students of the AA in Biblical & Theological Studies and BA in Biblical & Theological Studies may choose to complete 15 credit hours of open electives OR complete one of the following concentrations to help develop their expertise in a particular area of interest or calling.
New Testament Studies (15 Credit Hours)
Any FIVE of the following:
BIB 252 The Gospels (if not taken previously in Core)
BIB 251 Acts of the Apostles
BIB 255 Prison Epistles
BIB 256 Pastoral Epistles
BIB 261 Early Pauline Epistles
BIB 265 Hebrews and General Epistles
BIB 351 Romans
BIB 452 John’s Gospel and Epistles
BIB 455 Book of Revelation
BIB 290/490 Book Study: New Testament
BIB 491 Adv Exegesis Seminar: New Testament