The Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies

The Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies is a two-year program designed to provide the student with both knowledge of the Bible and general education knowledge and skills. Program Director: Dr. Steven Sanchez

Program Outcomes

The student will:
1. develop knowledge of the content of the Bible.
2. develop an understanding of key areas of Christian theology.
3. evidence an ability to interpret the Bible accurately and responsibly.
4. lay a foundation for a worldview that is distinctively Christian.
5. evidence on-going progress of spiritual growth.

Associate Degree Requirements

1. Complete a minimum of 63 semester credit hours.
2. A 2.0 cumulative grade point average and a passing grade in all required courses.
3. At least 32 semester credit hours must be earned at Emmaus.
4. Complete the general graduation requirements listed in the Academic Life section of the catalog.
5. Meet course requirements in the following areas:

Bible and Theology (27 credits)
     Old Testament Survey 1 (BT 102)
     Old Testament Sruvey 2 (BT 104)
     New Testament Survey (BT 106)
     Christian Life & Bible Study Methods (BT 110)
     Survey of Doctrine (BT 151)
     Hermeneutics (BT 250)
     Ecclesiology (BT 356)
     Theology Elective
     Bible/Theology Electives
Intercultural Studies (3 credits)
     Missions and Evangelism (ICS 104)
Ministry Elective (3 credits)
Inter-Area Studies (3 credits)
     Transitions Seminar (IAS 101)
     Spiritual Formation/Christian Service Learning (IAS 102/3-202/3)
     Chapel Attendance (IAS 104/5-204/5)
Humanities (12 credits)
     Fundamentals of Speech (COM 112)
     English Composition (ENG 101)
     Introduction to Philosophy: Christian Worldview (PH 106)
     Humanities Elective
Social Sciences (6 credits)
     Fundamental Computer Literacy (CS 101)
     Social Science Elective
Natural Sciences (3 credits)
     Math or Science Elective
Electives (6 credits)

Award: Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies