The fully online B.S. in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics degree will train you to see all aspects of life from a biblical perspective. Over the course of your studies, you’ll expand your understanding of the Scriptures and dive into deep theological questions. You will also wrestle with and learn how to respond to some of the most significant challenges to the Christian faith. This program offers you the time and space to explore and better understand Christianity, which you can apply to any ministry or cultural context.
Biola’s online bachelor's degree in Bible, theology and apologetics offers several key advantages:
Develop a Compelling Case for the Christian Faith This program is designed to give you the space to learn about your Christian faith in a deep and meaningful way. You’ll learn how to read and interpret the Scriptures, understand the landscape of theology and explore the most significant intellectual and cultural questions facing Christianity.
Learn From Leading Biblical and Apologetics Scholars As a student in the Bible, theology, and apologetics program, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from leading scholars, such as Sean McDowell, in a fully online environment. Biola University is home to a large faculty dedicated to biblical and theological studies, which means this program’s curriculum offers a robust, diverse set of courses.
Pursue Seminary Studies at Talbot School of Theology The courses you take as a student in the B.S. in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics program can help you easily transition into graduate study at Talbot School of Theology. This degree can give you a clear pathway to seminary programs like the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or the Master of Arts – Christian Apologetics.
Earn Your Degree at an Affordable Price Whether you’re currently working in ministry or simply looking to deepen your personal walk with the Lord, this program will equip you with sound biblical knowledge and theological insight — all with tuition priced roughly one-third of the cost of Biola’s traditional undergraduate programs.
Study At Your Own Pace You can complete our flexible, convenient online program in as little as 24 months (depending on your existing credits and chosen course schedule). Our courses are asynchronous, which means you can learn at your own pace, according to your busy schedule.
What courses will I take as a Bible, theology and apologetics major?
The B.S. in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics offers robust, biblically integrated courses that can be applied to your current ministry, social and cultural context. Some courses include:
Foundations of Christian Thought (BBST 165)
Introduction to theology with special emphasis on learning to do theology, understand the doctrine of Scripture, introduce the integration of various fields of knowledge with the Bible, and see the importance and development of a Christian worldview. Grade Mode: A.
Bible Theology and Integration (Gospel Kingdom Culture) (BBST 365)
An intermediate integration class in which the student will study a particular area of biblical studies and/or theology. The class will include an integration component to explore how the area is integrated with an area of culture (i.e., history, literature, psychology, sociology, etc.) outside of biblical studies and theology. Core Curriculum: Approved for Core - Biblical and Theological Studies. Note(s): BBTM majors may take different versions of this course up to 4 times for credit.
Jesus' Life and Ministry (BBST 330)
Chronological study of the gospels, similarities and differences between the writers, as well as the historical, cultural and theological factors aiding in interpreting events and teachings. Grade Mode: A.
Your B.S. in Bible, Theology and Apologetics coursework allows you to earn the 30 credits of Bible and Theology required of all Biola students while specializing in upper division Bible coursework. This means you’ll also earn a Bible minor along with your bachelor’s degree. You’ll dive deeper into the historical and cultural context of Christianity, and engage in thoughtful, intellectual dialogue surrounding questions of faith in our current era.
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What can you do with a Bachelor of Science in Bible, Theology and Apologetics?
Earning a B.S. in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics will equip you with important critical thinking skills that can be applied in any work, ministry or cultural context. Some possible paths include:
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