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The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies equips students with the exegetical, linguistic, and theological knowledge and skills needed to interpret the Bible faithfully in a contemporary context. This major prepares students for seminary and other graduate work in Bible, theology, and related disciplines and provides students with a grounding in Scripture and theology that will be useful in ministry positions.

Objectives:

Upon graduating from the program, students should be able to:
  • Interpret Scripture accurately in its literary, canonical, and historical context using the inductive Bible study method.
  • Utilize an intermediate knowledge of Greek in interpreting the New Testament.
  • Articulate the overarching narrative and unifying themes of Scripture.
  • Address contemporary challenges and questions in light of Scripture and classic Christian teaching, particularly Wesleyan-Arminian theology.
This degree program is available in the following format:

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MAJOR42 Hours

*24 credit hours at the 3000-level or above

Biblical Studies18

Biblical interpretation classes (e.g., Old Testament Interpretation, New Testament Interpretation) and biblical book or corpus studies (e.g., Pentateuch, Romans).

  • Biblical interpretation electives6
  • Old Testament book or corpus study3
  • New Testament book or corpus study3
  • Biblical studies electives6
Biblical Languages12
  • Fundamentals of inflection and basic syntax in Koine Greek, including development of a working vocabulary and the translation of selected portions of the Greek New Testament.
  • Continued study of the fundamentals of inflection and basic syntax in Koine Greek, with development of a working vocabulary and the translation of selected portions of the Greek New Testament.
    Prerequisite: GRK1100
  • Mastery of the basic principles of syntax with exegetical study of selected New Testament passages.
    Prerequisite: GRK1200 Course Fee*
  • Integrates an intermediate knowledge of Greek grammar and syntax with inductive study of the Greek New Testament.
    Prerequisite: GRK2100 Course Fee*
Biblical Theology6

Biblical theology proper, biblical-theological approaches to select theological topics (e.g., sexuality), Christian hermeneutics.

Systematic and Historical Theology6

Systematic theology classes (e.g., Systematic Theology I), historical theology (e.g., Survey of Church History I), systematic and historical approaches to select theological topics (e.g., holiness).

Graduation Requirements:

In addition to the courses listed on this page, graduates must meet the requirements listed here, including:

  • A General Education Core
    • Associate degrees – 36 credit hours
    • Bachelor’s degrees – 45 credit hours
  • Minimum credit hours
    • Associate degrees – 60 credit hours
    • Bachelor’s degrees – 120 credit hours
  • Notes:

    1. Some majors require more credit hours than the listed minimums.
    2. Students choose elective courses to complete credit hour requirements.
    3. Electives may apply toward a minor, certificate, associate degree, or second major.
    4. Sometimes a course required in a student’s major can also fulfill a requirement in the GenEd core. (See notes on the individual major pages.)

Find complete information in the OCU Academic Catalog.

Contact the University Registrar's Office if you have graduation questions: 1 (740) 477-7780 or registrar@ohiochristian.edu