Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies
No matter where you are, you can pursue a Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies from Moody Bible Institute Distance Learning. With this degree, you will:
- spend more time studying God’s Word than any other book
- be equipped to serve effectively in ministry or in the marketplace by developing biblical thinking, interpretation, and application
- flourish in a strong online community of peers while being mentored by professors
Earn your degree online wherever you are and keep your current schedule—or, if you’re located near the Ohio Extension Site, take classes in a traditional classroom setting.
Comprehensive Program Portfolio
Moody will help you create a program portfolio encompassing your best work from every class you take. When you look for new ministry experiences or work, you will be able to showcase your personal ministry brand with a collection of written documents, videos, podcasts, photographs, or other types of work.
Potential Career Options
You will be equipped to serve as a ministry leader, staff member, lay leader, or volunteer, possessing the skills to think biblically about the issues facing a particular Christian ministry, and bring value to your ministry team. Serve as a missionary, associate pastor, or in other ministry capacities. You will also be prepared to pursue a Master of Divinity or other seminary degree options.
Purpose and Outcomes
Program Purpose
The BSBS degree program is designed to help students apply the Scriptures within contemporary life and ministry. As you study, you'll gain expertise and get support for your unique strengths.
The BSBS is created for students who:
- want to pursue academic goals and keep commitments to family, work, and church
- have a desire to be equipped to serve effectively in ministry or in the marketplace by developing biblical thinking, interpretation, and application
Student Learning Outcomes:
At the completion of the BSBS you will be able to:
- apply research methodologies to identified topics related to biblical studies
- communicate the message of the Scriptures to identified audiences
- utilize historical geography and relevant ancient cultural contexts in the interpretation of the Old Testament and New Testament.
- create action plans to impact personal, familial, or ecclesiastical life through the interpretation of Scripture
- implement a strategy for enhancing your spiritual life
Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies
Click here for the BSBS Program Plan.
Program Core |
| BI 1103 | Reading the Old Testament | 4 |
| BI 1104 | Reading the New Testament | 4 |
| BI 2201 | Interpreting Scripture | 3 |
| BI 2260 | Historical Geography of Ancient Israel | 3 |
| BI 3301 | Ancient Near Eastern Backgrounds and the Old Testament | 3 |
| BI 3302 | Second Temple Jewish Backgrounds | 3 |
| BI 4402 | Teaching the Scriptures | 4 |
| BI 4404 | Applying Scripture in the Contemporary World | 3 |
| BI 4405 | Interpreting Isaiah for Teaching | 3 |
| BI 4406 | Interpreting Romans for Teaching | 3 |
| GSU 1107 | Foundations of Learning | 3 |
| GSU 1115 | The Story and Structure of the Bible | 3 |
| GSU 2203 | Self and Social Identity in Christianity | 4 |
| TH 1105 | The Old Testament and Theology | 3 |
| TH 1106 | The New Testament and Theology | 3 |
| TH 1110 | The Church and Its Doctrines | 3 |
| TH 3302 | Method for Biblical Theology | 3 |
55 |
General Studies Requirements |
| General Studies Core | ||
| GSU 1110 | College Writing | 3 |
| GSU 1112 | Research Writing | 3 |
| GSU 2202 | Introduction to Critical Thinking | 3 |
| 9 | ||
| Academic Disciplines | ||
| Critical Thinking and Math | 6 | |
| Oral and Written Communication | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | 9 | |
| Humanities | 12 | |
| Open Electives | 27 | |
| 57 | ||
66 |
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Total Credits |
121 |