BACHELOR OF ARTS - BIBLICAL STUDIES (128-unit program in Biblical Studies)

 

Goals

 

This program is designed for people who desire to be involved in one of the diverse leadership roles existing within the Christian community.  It is particularly well-suiting for those who see teaching the Bible as their primary ministry aim.  

 

Upon the completion of a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, graduates of Life Pacific College should be able to:

  • Exhibit a depth of understanding of biblical content, theological synthesis, and hermeneutical practice as spelled out in the goals for the Biblical Studies major (see page 47 of online college catalog),
  • Demonstrate understanding of the value of the major fields of knowledge from a biblical framework and possess the desire and foundation necessary to be a lifelong learner,
  • Possess the skills necessary for ministry to people inside and outside of the local church, particularly pastoral care-giving and excellence in written and oral communication, and Integrate education, spiritual life, and life-experience into a consistent pattern of personal spiritual growth affecting character and values.  

 

 

 LOWER DIVISION

 

BIBLE/THEOLOGY
18
  GENERAL EDUCATION CON'T
Bi101 Pentateuch
3
  Social & Behavioral Science Elective
3
Bi113 Introducton to Biblical Literature
3
  Recommended  
Bi205 History of Ancient Israel
3
  So200 Introducation to Psychology or
Bi216 Synoptic Gospels
3
  So205 Cultural Anthropology or
Bi230 Biblical Exegesis Practicum
3
  So250 Introduction to Sociology
Th220 Theology I
3
     
 
  Literature Elective
3
MINISTRY
12
  Recommended
Ev110 Multi-Cultural Evangelism
3
  Li220 Great Books I or
Gm130 Foundations of Ministry
3
   Li230 Great Books II or
Ev210 Spiritual Gifts & Evangelism
3
  Li206 Introduction to Dramatic Literature
 Gm230 Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

3

 
       Math Elective

 3

GENERAL EDUCATION
34
  Recommended  
Co103 English Composition & Research 
3
  Ms252 Applied Math  
Ge105 Disciplines of LIFE Seminar
1
     
La131 Biblical Languages & Exegesis
3
  Lab Science Elective
4
So131 Cultures of Ancient Civilization
3
  Recommended  
Co202 Speech & Presentation 
3
   Ms112 Integrated Life Science  
Ph214 Roots of Modern Thought
2
     
       Humanities Elective

 3

History Elective
3
     
Recommended        
Hi101 Western Civilization to 1500
     

UPPER DIVISION

 

BIBLE & THEOLOGY
24
  GENERAL EDUCATION
14
Bi301 Romans
3
  Ph300 Ethics
3
Bi305 Hebrew Prophets
3
  So309 Marriage & Family
3
Bi403 Prison Epistles
3
  Ge401 Disciplines of Leadership
3
Bible Electives
6
  Ge451 Senior Seminar
2
Th320 Theology II
3
  Hi408 History of Christianity
3
Th420 Theology III
3
   
Upper Division Biblical Theology Elective
3
  OPEN ELECTIVES
18
       
 MINISTRY

 8

     
Gm370 Internship

2

   
Ministry Electives (choose from any ministry elective offered)

6