Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies
Glendale, USA
BA
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies compliments the unique liberal arts curriculum (the CORE) by offering a contemporary, academic study of the Bible. The Bible is studied using the literal-grammatical-historical method of interpretation. Courses provide foundational knowledge of the Old and New Testament, which affords a basis on which to construct well-reasoned theological principles and personal applications. In addition, you will develop an understanding of other worldviews, religions, and contemporary issues. All faculty are conservative evangelical Christians but realize that intellectual honesty demands exposing the students to differing points of view in order to prepare them for contemporary life.
Earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in just 5 years through ACU’s partnership with Dallas Theological Seminary
Arizona Christian University (ACU) and Dallas Theological Seminary (DTS) have partnered to offer an academic collaboration that will allow ministry-minded students to graduate with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in just 5 years. This program will fast-track future Christian leaders in their journey to complete their education and enter full-time ministry equipped and empowered to serve the Kingdom.
The program will combine a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biblical and Theological Studies from Arizona Christian University and a Master of Arts from Dallas Theological Seminary in one of several disciplines. By leveraging dual credit and advance standing options, students will earn both an undergraduate and graduate degree in just 5 years, rather than the 6 years it would typically take to complete the same two programs. By eliminating that year of tuition and living expenses, participants will significantly lower the cost of their education and enter their chosen field with the financial freedom to pursue God’s calling in their lives.
Why Biblical and Theological Studies at ACU?
In addition to a faculty-to-student ratio of 17:1 and a rigorous and biblically-integrated curriculum, ACU’s Biblical Studies program offers several unique advantages:
- ACU’S Biblical Studies program equips graduates with a working knowledge of the historical, literary, and theological content of the Bible.
- At ACU, you will learn to apply the principles of biblical interpretation to the Word of God.
- Develop doctrinal positions consistent with conservative Evangelicalism on key theological issues.
- This in-depth study of the Bible will enable you to deal with complex and sometimes contentious issues that can function as excellent preparation for many professions and vocational ministry.
What will I study?
The Biblical Studies program provides a biblical liberal arts foundation with an innovative approach to general studies that reclaims a Christian conception of the Liberal Arts, preparing students to be influential thinkers. Career-related focus areas will include:
- An in-depth look into the contexts of the Old and New Testament
- Approaches for how to study, interpret and apply Scripture in your life, ministry, and professional work
- Hebrew and Greek grammar and linguistics
- Research, writing, and presentation methods
Academic Major Courses
Core requirements accumulate to 30 credits, 8 credits of Elementary Greek, and 3 credits of an Upper Division Bible Elective.
- BIB 100 Introduction to the Bible 3
- BIB 221 The Relational God 3
- BIB 222 Image Bearers 3
- BIB 321 Dwelling in God's Presence 3
- BIB 322 The King and His Kingdom 3
- BIB 101 Biblical Interpretation 3
- BIB 104 Genesis to Song of Solomon 3
- BIB 108 Prophets 3
- BIB 207 Gospels 3
- BIB 208 Acts to Revelation 3
- BIB 301 Systematic Theology I 3
- BIB 302 Systematic Theology II 3
- PHI 301 Logic 3
- PHI 310 Philosophy of Christian Thought 3
- BIB 352 History of the Christian Church 3
- BIB 400 Apologetics 3
- BIB 490 Biblical Studies Capstone 3
With a Biblical Studies degree, you can pursue a career as:
- Pastor
- Missionary
- Counselor
- Chaplain
- Social worker
Graduate programs, including:
- Seminary and Law
- Master’s degrees
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