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Coursework Required for a
Certificate in Biblical Studies
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Nineteen semester hours of coursework as follows:
THL 110ab
Tomorrow's World Bible Study Course (4)
THL 135
Life, Ministry, and Teachings of Jesus (3)
THL 136 Acts and the
Writings of Paul (3)
THL 211 Old Testament
Survey I (3)
THL 212 Old Testament
Survey II (3)
THL 250
Introduction to Biblical Doctrines (3)
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To the right is a list of
those courses that a student must complete for a Certificate in
Biblical Studies. This program of study provides a student with a comprehensive overview
of the Bible. Completion of this certificate normally
requires one academic year (two semesters) to complete on a
part-time basis (see Suggested
Schedule). Those who plan to complete the certificate over two
or more years can take one or two courses a semester. These courses
are not available in the summer session.
Program Purpose
The purpose of this certificate
program is to raise one’s biblical understanding in his or her
preparation for Christian leadership and service.
Program Objectives
On successful completion of this
program, a student should be able to:
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Demonstrate the veracity and reliability of the Bible;
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Understand and can explain the New Testament and its implication
and application;
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Demonstrate and exemplify Christian leadership and values;
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Know and demonstrate understanding of biblical doctrines;
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Demonstrate a working familiarity with the Hebrew Scriptures;
and
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Show understanding of the early history of the Church.
Program Prerequisite
This
program is open only to regular (matriculated) students.
Program Requirements
For graduation a student must have completed a
minimum of 19 semester hours consisting of
THL 110ab,
135,
136,
211,
212 and
250 with a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 in
the 19 semester hours applicable to the certificate. A
student can not apply more than 15 semester hours credit to a
certificate when earned through the
Open Learning
Program. Generally, it is best for one to apply for admission as a
regular (matriculated) student upon deciding on a specific
certificate, diploma or degree.
See Making Application.
Program Advisement
Each student entering the
Certificate in Biblical Studies program has an
assigned adviser who will be available for program advisement and
career information. An adviser helps a student create a workable
plan to meet his or her educational objectives within a reasonable
time period.
Application for Graduation
For the conferring of the
certificate students should apply for graduation in the semester
they plan to graduate.
An
Application for
Graduation
must be filed with the Registrar
by midterm for graduation that semester.
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