PURPOSE:
The Associate
in Biblical Studies (ABS) program is a course of study with a broad, general
Biblical scope. It supplies a foundation of Bible knowledge needed by everyone
regardless of ministry or profession.
OBJECTIVE:
When the
student completes the degree, be or she should be able to:
- 1.Communicate
biblical truths clearly and effectively
- 2.
Relate the present to the past by understanding Bible history
- 3.
Demonstrate a general knowledge of biblical concepts and theological truths.
- 4.
Solve human problems systematically, using analytical and critical problem
solving techniques.
- 5.
Acquire Bible knowledge through personal research and develop a research
method.
Associate
In Biblical Studies
- CREDIT
REQUIREMENTS: Students
receiving this degree are ready for study at the bachelor's degree level.
The ABS degree requires 60 credit hours (I -2 years) of study and a passing
grade on the New Testament Examination, which may be oral or written, depending
on the choice of the MVBI Staff.
- The
following total number of credits are required:
- 15
credits in General Education
- 15
credits in Biblical Studies
- 15
credits in Theological Studies
- 6
credits in Christian Ministry
- 6
credits in Christian Education and counseling
- 3
credits in Elective Courses
- Thirty
hours per year of active participation in a service-oriented ministry
ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS: Applicants
must have a high school diploma or its equivalent for admission to the Associate
in Biblical Studies Program.
Correspondent
course work is available for distance learning
