“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105
Rationale for a Biblical Studies Program
The Biblical Studies program is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of Scripture, theology, and ministry application. Rooted in academic rigor and spiritual formation, this program fosters critical thinking, exegetical skills, and practical ministry engagement. Graduates will be prepared to serve in various capacities, including pastoral leadership, teaching, counseling, and missions, while cultivating a lifelong commitment to biblical truth and spiritual growth.
Program Levels
Certificate in Biblical Studies
A foundational program introducing students to biblical interpretation, theology, and ministry principles.
Career Options: Church assistant, Sunday school teacher, lay ministry leader, missions volunteer.
Diploma in Biblical Studies
An intermediate program deepening biblical knowledge and practical ministry skills.
Career Options: Youth pastor, church administrator, Christian educator, outreach coordinator.
Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies
A comprehensive undergraduate program integrating theology and ministry leadership.
Career Options: Pastor, missionary, chaplain, Christian counselor, theological researcher.
Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies
An advanced program focusing on exegetical methods, theological frameworks, and scholarly research.
Career Options: Seminary professor, senior pastor, biblical scholar, ministry consultant, author.
Learner Outcomes
Graduates of the Biblical Studies program will:
- Gain foundational knowledge of biblical texts, theological principles, and historical contexts.
- Develop critical thinking and analytical skills for interpreting Scripture and applying it to contemporary issues.
- Enhance communication skills for preaching, teaching, and counseling within ministry settings.
- Cultivate spiritual formation and ethical leadership for personal and professional growth.
- Engage in lifelong learning through continued theological study, reflection, and ministry practice.
This program is designed to equip ministry leaders with transformative tools for intellectual and spiritual growth, ensuring accessibility and engagement in theological education.