Program Overview
Program Start Date: August 26, 2023
The Bachelor of Biblical Studies is designed for students who have already completed some college work. This program is identical to the Associate of Biblical Studies, but it requires that students transfer into our program a minimum of 60 semester hours (See Transfer Requirements). These credits must be transferred within one year of completing our program. Our two-year program is designed to equip students with biblical truths and patterns of living that are essential to maintaining a vital relationship with Jesus Christ while proclaiming the message of the gospel anywhere in the world. The core curriculum includes extensive surveys of both the Old Testament and the New Testament as well as foundational courses on prayer, spiritual conflict, and the book of Romans. The program also includes practical ministry courses such as Bible study methods, evangelism, missions, and counseling.
Core Classes
This introductory course focuses on Jesus’ teachings about the cost of following Him. Classes focus on how the cross affects one view of self, possessions, family, and the world.
This course is designed to give students the foundational principles of an effective prayer life. Special attention is given to Jesus’ teachings on prayer and includes practical applications as students are weekly required to pray alone, with a prayer partner, in small groups and corporately.
NT 116: Romans -5 Hours
This course is a verse-by-verse study of the book of Romans, a book long regarded as the most comprehensive presentation of the gospel in the Bible. The overall structure, development, theology and application of the book will be stressed.
Survey Classes
OT 101: Old Testament Survey I -3 Hours
This course provides an in-depth study of major Old Testament themes from Genesis to Solomon. Historical and geographical backgrounds are considered as well as authorship, dates, purpose(s), significant persons, theology and peculiarities of each book.
OT 102: Old Testament Survey II -3 Hours
Same as OT 101 but covering the period of the Kings and Prophets.
OT 103: Old Testament Survey III -3 Hours
Same as OT 101 but covering wisdom literature and the post-exilic time period.
Doctrine Classes
TH 121: Doctrine of God -3 Hours
This course is a systematic introduction to the Names and Attributes of God. True worship begins with a clear understanding God's nature. The purpose of this course is to assist students in developing a more personal relationship with their Heavenly Father.
Practical Ministry Classes
PM 111: Evangelism & Discipleship -3 Hours
The biblical basis for evangelism and discipleship is presented in this course. An understanding of the gospel and the process of discipleship are emphasized with the goal of developing an evangelistic lifestyle.
EE 101: Bible Study Methods -3 Hours
The rules of interpretation are presented in the context of the study of the Bible. Attention is given to proper methodologies and techniques for accurate Biblical analysis. Basic skills of biblical interpretation are developed and applied through a student commentary project.
Core Classes
CL 201: Principles of Spiritual Conflict -3 Hours
This course is designed to develop a fuller understanding of the believer’s authority in Jesus Christ, specifically in reference to the fight against the world, the flesh and the devil.
The purpose of this course is to thoughtfully and carefully walk through the New Testament letter of Ephesians. Special attention will be given to important themes in the book as well as their application to life in the local church.
Survey Classes
NT 204: New Testament Survey I -3 Hours
This course provides an in-depth Bible study of the four Gospels and the book of Acts. It includes a study of the chronology of Christ’s ministry as well as a thorough study of the spread of Christianity in the early first century. Historical and geographical backgrounds are considered as well as authorship, dates, purpose(s), significant persons, theology and major themes of each book.
NT 205: New Testament Survey II -3 Hours
This course surveys the letters and epistles of Paul. Historical and geographical backgrounds are considered as well as authorship, dates, purpose(s), significant persons, theology and major themes of each book.
NT 206: New Testament Survey III -3 Hours
This course surveys the general epistles from Hebrews through Revelation. Historical and geographical backgrounds are considered as well as authorship, dates, purpose(s), significant persons, theology and major themes of each book.
Doctrine Classes
TH 221: Doctrine of Scripture, Christ, and Salvation -3 Hours
The purpose of this course is to more fully understand and organize the doctrines of Scripture, Christ, and salvation in order that we might better worship God, grow in holiness, and more effectively teach others.
TH 223: Doctrine III- Holy Spirit -1 Hour
The study of the Holy Spirit focuses on such qualities as the Holy Spirit’s deity, personality, indwelling, baptism, sealing, filling, signs and miracles, gifts and teachings. Learning to walk in the Spirit is emphasized.
Practical Ministry Classes
PM 235: Counseling -2 Hours
This course will provide a basic study of the nature and scope of biblical counseling. Students will be introduced to essential principles and practices of counseling.
PM 212: Methodology of Missions -3 Hours
Basic concepts of biblical missiology and the role of missions in the local church is presented in this course. An introduction to ministry in a different cultural setting is also studied. This course introduces the student to the issues involved in evangelism, discipleship and church planting across cultural boundaries.
Students participate in a daily sports program. Most of the time, this consists of the great EI tradition of volleyball. Character is revealed and honed under the pressure of competition while students learn teamwork, dealing with adversity and submission to authority.
This course is designed for students who wish to have a practical ministry experience. In order to fulfill this course, students must be offered an off-campus ministry opportunity. Towards the end of their ministry opportunity, students are required to submit a self-evaluation form. Students will be granted one credit hour for every 45 hours of ministry experience up to four credit hours.
Transfer Requirements
In order to earn the Bachelor of Biblical Studies, students must transfer a minimum of 60 semester hours into our program prior to graduating.
General Education Requirements
Students must earn a total of 36 General Education credits. These credits must come from the following areas and meet the required minimum in each area.
| English/ Literature | Minimum of 6 Semester Hours |
| History | Minimum of 6 Semester Hours |
| Mathematics | Minimum of 3 Semester Hours |
| Social Sciences | Minimum of 3 Semester Hours |
Other
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These subject areas are optional but may count towards fulfilling General Education credits |
General Education credits may be earned in a variety of ways:
- High School AP courses
- CLEP exams
- Community College
Electives Requirements
In addition to General Education credits, students are required to transfer a minimum of 24 elective credits in order to graduate. Electives, by definition, fulfill neither General Education requirements nor the Major requirement, but are counted toward the total number of credits required for graduation. Elective requirements can be fulfilled with a variety of courses. In choosing electives, students should consider how their electives might be used to fulfill prerequisites for Master degree programs.
Program Requirements
In order to graduate with a Bachelor of Biblical Studies, students must meet the following requirements:
- A student must have previously completed a High School degree or its equivalent.
- A student must complete a minimum of 60 semester hours of coursework from EI School of Biblical Training.
- A student must complete and transfer a minimum of 36 semester hours of General Education to EI School of Biblical Training within one year of completing the Associate degree.
- A student must complete and transfer a minimum of 24 semester hours of electives to EI School of Biblical Training within one year of completing the Associate degree.
- A student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or above.
- A student may not have a failing grade in any course.
- A student must have completed his/her memorization of Romans.
