Biblical & Theological Studies

Associates of Arts (AA) – 2 year degree
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – 4 year degree
Master of Arts (MA) – 2 year graduate degree

Why choose Bible & Theology at GBSC?

  • Campus degree
  • Online degree

The AA degree in Bible & Theology is designed for students who desire a sound biblical foundation upon which to build their life. It is ideal for the student who is not sure what God wishes for their life or for the student who is planning to transfer to another college to pursue studies in an area that we do not offer.

The BA degree in Biblical & Theological Studies teaches leadership skills in essential ministry functions such as personal evangelism, the conduct of discipleship groups, and teaching biblical doctrine. These students will have a strong grasp of the essential doctrines of classical Christian theology, as well as our unique Wesleyan emphases and contributions to its enrichment and development.

Masters Degree

  • Online degree

The MA in Biblical Studies is designed for those with Bible college degrees who want to pursue further biblical studies in preparation for a teaching ministry either at the high school, Bible institute, local church institute (overseas) or college level.

If you plan to teach at a college level, this degree will provide a solid, transferable platform to an MDiv or PhD program.

For pastors who desire a biblically stronger and theologically more mature ministry, this degree provides advanced exegetical skills and deeper theological understanding which will enable you to equip your laity for more effective service in the church and in the world. Read more about this degree.

Graduates went off to be a

  • Bible teacher
  • missionary
  • PhD student
  • MDiv student
  • pastoral counselor

Associates of Arts (AA) – 2 year degree
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – 4 year degree
Master of Arts (MA) – 2 year graduate degree

Why choose Bible & Theology at GBSC?

  • Campus degree
  • Online degree

The AA degree in Bible & Theology is designed for students who desire a sound biblical foundation upon which to build their life. It is ideal for the student who is not sure what God wishes for their life or for the student who is planning to transfer to another college to pursue studies in an area that we do not offer.

The BA degree teaches leadership skills in basic ministry functions such as personal evangelism, the conduct of discipleship groups, and teaching biblical doctrine. These students will have a strong grasp of the basic doctrines of classical Christian theology, as well as our unique Wesleyan emphases and contributions to its enrichment and development.

Masters Degree

  • Online degree

The MA of Biblical Studies is designed for those with Bible college degrees who want to pursue further biblical studies in preparation for a teaching ministry either at the high school, Bible institute, local church institute (overseas) or college level.

If you plan to teach at a college level, this degree will provide a solid, transferable platform to an MDiv or PhD program.

For pastors who desire a biblically stronger and theologically more mature ministry, this degree provides advanced exegetical skills and deeper theological understanding which will enable you to equip your laity for more effective service in the church and in the world.

Graduates went off to be a

  • Bible teacher
  • missionary
  • PhD student
  • MDiv student
  • pastoral counselor

Sample Classes

AA / BA

  • Doctrine of Holiness
  • OT / NT Literature
  • Life of Christ
  • Wisdom Literature
  • Pentateuch

BA

  • Systematic Theology
  • Holiness: Critical Issues
  • Religions of America
  • Senior Worldview Seminar

MA

AA Program Requirements

Minimum Program Credits

60 credits

General Education: 24-30
Bible & Theology: 15 (14 included below)
Biblical Studies: 14
Theology: 17
Church History: 3
Ministerial Education: 2


Standard Completion Time

2 years

BA Program Requirements

Minimum Program Credits

120 credits

General Education: 36 – 42
Bible & Theology: 30 (all 30 included below)
Biblical Studies: 35
Theology: 34
Church History: 8
Electives: 18


Standard Completion Time

4 years

MA Program Requirements

Program Credits

36 credits

Core: 30
Electives: 6


Standard Completion Time

2 years

Accreditation

We are accredited by both the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Association of Biblical Higher Education (ABHE). See why having both matters.

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