Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS)

Purpose

The curriculum leading to the BABS degree is a 130-unit course of instruction designed to develop Christian character, a sound knowledge of the English Bible, and the skills appropriate for ministry in a local church, mission field, or other Christian ministry. By taking 12 units each trimester, the program can be completed in four years.

Program Goals

The purpose of the BABS program is achieved by enabling students to:

1. Explain and summarize the Bible, including a comprehensive understanding of the major books.
2. Defend a theological position based on a grammatical-historical hermeneutic and apply it to contemporary issues.
3. Present an increasing likeness to Christ as manifested in love for God, love for others, and the fruit of the Spirit.
4. Become more involved in a local church, global missions, and/or other ministries with which they are associated by means of leadership and communication skills, evangelism, and Christian service.

Graduation Requirements Each candidate for the BABS degree must meet the general graduation requirements and:

1. Complete 130 units of undergraduate level courses distributed as follows:
   • Biblical Studies ...................................... 9 units
   • Bible ...................................................... 27 units
   • Theology ................................................ 25 units
   • General education .................................. 45 units
   • Emphasis and Electives ......................... 24 units
    
2. Complete at least 33 units at SCS.
3. Complete the program curriculum with not less than a 2.0 GPA.
4. Submit a petition to graduate to the Registrar by the deadline in the Academic Calendar.
5. Settle all financial obligations to SCS.
6. Be recommended for the BABS degree by the faculty based on demonstrated moral integrity.

Curriculum Distribution

Biblical Studies—9 units

ED-311 Inductive Bible Study
TH–207 Spiritual Disciplines
MI-101 World Christian Movement

Bible—27 units

BI–206 Pentateuch
BI–217 Old Testament Historical Books
BI–218 Old Testament Poetical Books
BI–219 Old Testament Prophetical Books
BI–318 Gospels and Acts
BI–319 Pauline Epistles
BI–320 General Epistles and Revelation
BI–345 Analysis of Romans
BI–349 Inductive of Ephesians

Theology—25 units

TH–203 Biblical Interpretation
TH–204 Doctrine of the Bible  
TH–205 Dispensationalism
TH–311 Theology 1: God and Angels
TH–312 Theology 2: Man, Sin, and Salvation
TH–313 Theology 3: Christ and the Holy Spirit
TH–314 Theology 4: The Church and Last Things
TH–451 Doctrinal Summary 1
TH–452 Doctrinal Summary 2

General Education—45 units

Communication Skills—15 units

ED–100 Critical Thinking and Writing 
EN–101 English Composition 1
EN–102 English Composition 2 
PM–101 Communication Skills
ED–401 Principles of Teaching

Humanities—12 units

PH–101 Introduction to Philosophy
AP–201 Apologetics
MU–201 Music in Worship
AP–403 World Religions

Mathematics/Sciences—6 units

MA–120 Mathematics for General Education
NS–203 Scientific Models of Origins

Social Sciences—12 units

HI–104 Church History 1 
HI–105 Church History 2 
PY–101 General Psychology
SO–203 Cultural Anthropology

Emphasis—24 units

BC–321 Conflict Resolution
CE–103 Spiritual Leadership
PM–471 Ministry Internship
PM–401 Personal Evangelism
______ Elective BL-301 Elementary Greek 1 
______ Elective BL-302 Elementary Greek 2
______ Elective BL-401 Intermediate Greek 1 
______ Elective BL-402 Intermediate Greek 2 

Electives allow the student to broaden the scope of studies and to study more thoroughly a particular subject. The student may take as an elective any course that is offered.