Associate Of Arts In Biblical Studies Program
The purpose of the Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies Degree is to equip Spirit-anointed students with a balanced biblical and general education foundation for ministry or for baccalaureate degree programs of their choice.
Upon completion of this degree program, the student should be able to:
Articulate a biblical worldview based on a balance of Bible, theology, and general education;
Choose from a range of career choices for which the degree will be foundational;
Demonstrate ability to fill a supportive role in a variety of church ministries;
Demonstrate knowledge and appreciation of the Bible as outlined in the objectives of the Biblical Studies Department; and
Demonstrate knowledge and appreciation of general education as outlined in the objectives for the General Education Department.
Students pursuing an Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies Degree must follow the degree plan outlined below.
Year 1 – Fall Semester
BS1214 Bible Doctrines – 2 Hours
ENG1003 Academic Writing – 3 Hours
GEN1110 JSBC Student Success * – 2 Hours
BS1214 Bible Doctrines – 3 Hours
HST1601/2 American History – 3 Hours
NT1244 Romans Part I – 3 Hours
OT1010 Old Testament Survey – 3 Hours
TOTAL: 16 Hours
Year 1 – Spring Semester
ENG1004 Academic Writing II – 3 Hours
GEN1604 American Government – 3 Hours
NT1010 New Testament Survey – 3 Hours
NT1123 Life of Christ – 3 Hours
NT1333 Romans Part II – 3 Hours
TOTAL: 15 Hours
Year 2 – Fall Semester
MAT2100 Personal Finance – 2 Hours
NT2132 Galatians – 3 Hours
OT2013 Pentateuch – 3 Hours
PM2104 Intro to Christian Ministry – 3 Hours
TH2133 Pentecostal Distinctives – 3 Hours
TOTAL: 15 Hours
Year 2 – Spring Semester
BS2020 Hermeneutics – 3 Hours
NT2123 Acts – 3 Hours
NT2123 Anatomy & Physiology – 3 Hours
SOC2002 Marriage & Family – 3 Hours
TH2313 Holy Spirit – 3 Hours
TOTAL: 16 Hours