Undergraduate Studies
Associate Degree Biblical Studies (Residential and Online Program) *Some elective offerings may not be available as an online course. The Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies degree is designed to prepare students to complete their education at another institution. In addition to completing a number of hours in General Education, students are trained in a biblical worldview and are given some foundational principles for Christian ministry. Graduates from this program will typically serve the church in a volunteer capacity. Students completing the AABS will be able to: 1. Articulate a biblical worldview in a variety of situations and settings. 2. Serve as a Christian leader. 3. Apply basic biblical interpretation principles. 4. Continue their education in a chosen field. Basic Requirements for Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies Biblical Education—24 hours Old Testament OT 1110 History of Ancient Israel 1 OT 1111 History of Ancient Israel 2
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New Testament NT 1110 Book of Acts NT 2310 Hebrews Gospel (choose one) NT 2210 Gospel of Matthew NT 2211 Gospel of Mark NT 2212 Gospel of Luke NT 2213 Gospel of John
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Biblical Hermeneutics BH 1410 Introduction to Biblical Studies BH 2410 Principles of Interpretation
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Formation SF 1100 Chapel
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OR MN 1700 Christian Formation and Service SF 1110 Essentials of Spiritual Formation SF 2113 Formation in Scripture Retreat
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General Education—25 hours Refer to the Transfer Guide in Course Descriptions for additional course offerings at local colleges that would be acceptable for General Education requirements. SD 1112 First Year Student Success* 1 *Transfer students can meet this requirement with an additional General Education Elective. Communication (9)
CM 1110 Speech EL 1210 English Composition 1 EL 1211 English Composition 2
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Humanities/Fine Arts Humanities/Fine Arts Electives* *Private lessons/choir/Frontline courses may not be taken repeatedly to fulfill this requirement. EL 1212 Introduction to Literature (3 hrs) EL 2311 American Literature (3 hrs) EL 2314 World Literature (3 hrs) IS 2510 World Religions (3 hrs) MU 1114 Worship Choir (1 hr) MU 1210 Beginning Piano Class (1 hr) MU 1216 Modern Keyboard (1 hr) MU 1217 Private Piano (1 hr) MU 1315 Private Voice (1 hr) MU 1415 Private Guitar (1 hr) MU 1601 Private Drums (1 hr) MU 2115 Frontline Worship Team (1 hr) MU 3117 Graphic Design (2 hr) MU 3122 Photography (1 hr) PH 2310 Philosophy (3 hrs) PH 2311 Ethics (3 hrs) Any 1000 or 2000 level Language courses
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Natural Sciences/Mathematics Mathematics/Science Elective (choose one) MA 1110 Math for Life MA 1111 Contemporary Mathematics SI 1100 Essentials of Human Biology SI 2111 Introduction to Life Science SI 2112 Introduction to Physical Science
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Social/Behavioral Sciences PC 2210 Psychology
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General Education Electives (6) AN 3210 Cultural Anthropology (3 hrs) HI 3100 Study Tour (3 hrs) IS 2510 World Religions (3 hrs) MU 1114 Worship Choir (1 hr) MU 1210 Beginning Piano Class (1 hr) MU 1216 Modern Keyboard (1 hr) MU 1217 Private Piano (1 hr) MU 1315 Private Voice (1 hr) MU 1415 Private Guitar (1 hr) MU 1601 Private Drums (1 hr) MU 2115 Frontline Worship Team (1 hr) MU 3117 Graphic Design (2 hrs) MU 3122 Photography (1 hr) PH 2310 Philosophy (3 hrs) PH 2311 Ethics (3 hrs) Any 1000 or 2000 level EL, HI, LA, MA, SI course not already required in the degree
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