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Bachelor of Arts in Bible Translation and Applied Linguistics
Bachelor of Arts in Bible Translation and Applied Linguistics
Duration :
3 years (6 semesters)
Programme Description
Equips students to lead Bible translation and literacy projects, undertake basic descriptive linguistic analysis, and translate the Scriptures into African languages. Interdisciplinary, combining biblical, linguistic, missiological and ministerial training. Total 116 credit hours.
Bachelor of Arts in Bible Translation and Applied Linguistics is offered by the School of Undergraduate Studies and leads to the award of the Bachelor of Arts. Entry is by a written entrance examination set by CBTS followed by an interview. The programme runs over 3 years, with 30 places available at the Ndu and Kumba campuses and through our Distance Learning Centres.
What you'll study
- Biblical studies and exegesis
- Systematic and biblical theology
- Pastoral care and counselling
- Research methods and general studies
- Applied linguistics
- Bible translation
- Christian leadership and administration
- Intercultural studies and missions
- Preach and teach the Scriptures faithfully
- Minister within the Cameroon Baptist Convention
- Integrate theology with the realities of African ministry
- Serve with spiritual and moral integrity
Programme Curriculum
The programme comprises 41 courses across 3 years, totalling 118 credit hours. Core courses are required of every student; electives are chosen in consultation with your Concentration Advisor.
Year 1
First semester · 16 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIS400 | Basic Biblical Hebrew I | 3 | Core |
| BIS401 | Introduction to the Holy Scriptures | 3 | Core |
| THS401 | Introduction to Systematic Theology I | 3 | Core |
| PCC401 | Spiritual Formation and Development | 3 | Core |
| GSR400 | Use of English | 2 | Core |
| GSR401 | Introduction to Theological Research | 2 | Core |
Second semester · 23 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIS402 | Basic Biblical Hebrew II | 3 | Core |
| THS402 | Introduction to Systematic Theology II | 3 | Core |
| PCC402 | Introduction to Counselling | 3 | Core |
| BIS403 | Introduction to Hermeneutics | 3 | Core |
| LIN400 | Introduction to Language | 3 | Core |
| TRA400 | Introduction to Translation Studies | 2 | Core |
| TRA401 | Biblical Customs (J-Term) | 3 | Core |
| LIN401 | Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology (J-Term) | 3 | Core |
Year 2
First semester · 16 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIS404 | Basic Biblical Greek I | 3 | Core |
| BIS405 | Old Testament Book Study I | 3 | Core |
| THS404 | Introduction to Christian Worship | 3 | Core |
| BIS408 | Homiletics | 3 | Core |
| PCC408 | Introductory Supervised Ministry I | 1 | Core |
| LIN402 | Morphology and Syntax I | 3 | Core |
Second semester · 25 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIS406 | Basic Biblical Greek II | 3 | Core |
| THS403 | Introduction to Christian Social Ethics | 3 | Core |
| CLA400 | Leadership and Church Administration | 3 | Core |
| PCC409 | Introductory Supervised Ministry II | 1 | Core |
| TRA402 | Translation Principles I | 3 | Core |
| LIN403 | Semantics and Pragmatics | 3 | Core |
| LIN404 | Morphology and Syntax II | 3 | Core |
| ICM402 | Introduction to Evangelism and Discipleship (J-Term) | 3 | Core |
| TRA403 | Translation Principles II (J-Term) | 3 | Core |
Year 3
First semester · 17 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GSR402 | Functional French | 2 | Core |
| BIS409 | New Testament Book Study I | 3 | Core |
| ICM405 | Introduction to Islam | 3 | Core |
| THS408 | Introductory Spiritual Warfare | 3 | Core |
| LIN405 | Discourse Analysis | 3 | Core |
| LIN406 | Sociolinguistics | 3 | Core |
Second semester · 21 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICM406 | Christianity and Culture | 3 | Core |
| PCC406 | Introduction to Marriage and Family | 3 | Core |
| TRA404 | Scripture Engagement | 3 | Core |
| TRA405 | Literacy and Project Management | 3 | Core |
| GSR405 | Introduction to Clergy and the Law | 3 | Core |
| TRA406 | Project | 6 | Core |
Programme Includes:
- Tuition :
280,000 FCFA
- Application fee :
15,000 FCFA
- Entrance fee :
15,000 FCFA
- Duration :
3 years
- Courses :
41
- Credit hours :
118
- Award :