Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) - Online Program

Purpose

The curriculum leading to the BABS degree is a 129-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 129 units of undergraduate level courses distributed as follows:
   • Biblical Studies ...................................... 9 units
   • Bible ...................................................... 27 units
   • Theology ................................................ 24 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

Inductive Bible Study
TH–207o Spiritual Disciplines MI–101 World Christian Movement

Bible—27 units

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

Theology—24 units

Biblical Interpretation
TH–204o Doctrine of the Bible
TH–206o Crucial Issues in Ministry
TH–311o Theology I: God and Angels
TH–312o Theology II: Man, Sin, and Salvation
TH–313o Theology III: Christ and the Holy Spirit
TH–314o Theology IV: The Church and Last Things
TH–451o Doctrinal Summary

General Education—45 units

Communication Skills—15 units

College Skills
EN–101o English Composition I
EN–102o English Composition II
PM–101o Communication Skills
ED–401o Principles of Teaching

Humanities—12 units

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

Mathematics/Sciences—6 units

Mathematics for General Education
NS–203o Scientific Models of Origins

Social Sciences—12 units

Church History I
HI–105o Church History II
PY–101o General Psychology
SO–203o Cultural Anthropology

Emphasis—24 units

BC–321o Conflict Resolution
CE–103o Spiritual Leadership
PM–471o Ministry Internship
PM–401o Personal Evangelism
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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.