Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS)

Credit Hours

Years

The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) is a 120-credit biblical studies bachelor degree offering in-depth training in Scripture, theology, and ministry. This program equips students with strong biblical knowledge, exegetical skills, and practical ministry preparation for local churches, missions, or other Christian contexts. It includes 30 hours of general education and 90 hours of biblical and theological coursework.

Required Courses

Foundational Core

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
RS-210
Research Writing & Technology
3
TH-300
The Life of the Believer
3
TH-310
Principles of Biblical Interpretation
3
TH-330
Doctrine of Salvation
3

Bible Exposition

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
BI-303
Pentateuch
3
BI-305
The History of Israel
3
BI-307
Prophetic Books
3
BI-309
Poetic Books
3
BI-340
The Life of Christ
3
BI-342
Pauline Epistles (less Romans)
3
BI-343
Acts
3
BI-344
Romans
3
BI-346
General Epistles and Revelation
3

Ministry Skills

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
CO-310
Conflict Resolution
2
MS-402
Homiletics
2
MS-452
Spiritual Leadership
2
MS-425
Living The Great Commission
2
MS-430
Internship
2

Systematic Theology

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
TH-407
Doctrine 1 - The Bible and God
3
TH-412
Doctrine 2 – Man, Sin and Spirit Beings
3
TH-415
Doctrine 3 – Christ and the Holy Spirit
3
TH-420
Doctrine 4 – The Church and Last Things
3
TH-430
Doctrinal Summary 1
4
TH-435
Doctrinal Summary 2
4

General Education Core

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
EN-103
English Composition 1
3
HI- 203
Early Church History
3
CM-103
Communication Skills
3
PH-201
Introduction to Philosophy
3
PH-202
Introduction to Apologetics
3
EN-104
English Composition 2
3
NS-103
Physical Science
PY-101
General Psychology and Counseling
SS-204
Cultural Anthropology
MU-203
Music and Worship

Electives

Code
Course Name
Credit Hours
21
Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

✔️ High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
✔️ Completion of the undergraduate admissions process

Why This Program

Why This Program

✔️ Extensive Bible exposition across both Testaments
✔️ Strong systematic theology core rooted in grace theology
✔️ Emphasis on practical ministry and exegetical skills
✔️ Designed for local church and mission contexts

Program Learning Objectives

Program Learning Objectives

Upon completion, students will be able to:
✔️ Demonstrate knowledge of key books, people, events, and biblical history
✔️ Explain major categories of systematic theology
✔️ Interpret and apply Scripture effectively
✔️ Communicate biblical truth and serve in ministry

GRACE IN ACTION

From transforming inner-city communities in Houston, Texas, to planting churches in the mountains of Nepal, Grace School of Theology students and alumni are creating ripples of grace in over forty nations, teaching and living out the love of Christ, a love that cannot be earned and cannot be lost.

Course Syllabi

Deepen Your Theological Foundation

Enhance Your Ministry Skills