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Master of Arts in Biblical Studies
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies
Duration :
2 years (4 semesters)
Programme Description
A concentration providing biblical, theological, historical and practical training for those who desire to be better equipped for the ministries of the Church. Students work in Hebrew and Greek exegesis, advanced hermeneutics, and the literature and theology of both Testaments, and write a six-credit thesis.
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies is offered by the School of Graduate Studies and leads to the award of the Master of Arts. Entry is by assessment of your application file. The programme runs over 2 years, with 25 places available at the Ndu and Kumba campuses and through our Distance Learning Centres.
What you'll study
- Research methods and general studies
- Biblical studies and exegesis
- Evangelism and world missions
- Systematic and biblical theology
- Pastoral care and counselling
- 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 20 courses across 2 years, totalling 63 credit hours. Core courses are required of every student; electives are chosen in consultation with your Concentration Advisor.
Year 1
First semester · 18 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GSR600 | Research Methodology | 3 | Core |
| BIS600 | Intermediate Biblical Hebrew | 3 | Core |
| BIS601 | Intermediate Biblical Greek | 3 | Core |
| BIS602 | Hebrew Exegesis | 3 | Core |
| BIS603 | Advanced Hermeneutics | 3 | Core |
| BIS604 | Exegetical Studies in the Torah | 3 | Core |
Second semester · 21 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIS614 | Exegetical Studies in the Prophetic Books | 3 | Elective |
| BIS615 | Literature of the Poets and Writings | 3 | Elective |
| BIS606 | Gospels and Acts | 3 | Core |
| BIS607 | Pauline Epistles | 3 | Core |
| BIS608 | Apocalypse | 3 | Core |
| BIS609 | Archaeology in the Patriarchal Period | 3 | Core |
| MIS611 | Contextualization Theories | 3 | Core |
Year 2
First semester · 9 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| THS614 | Old Testament Theology | 3 | Core |
| THS615 | New Testament Theology | 3 | Core |
| BIS605 | Greek Exegesis | 3 | Core |
Second semester · 15 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GSR601 | Clergy and the Law | 3 | Core |
| PCC605 | Conflict Management (Mid-term) | 3 | Core |
| THS609 | Seminars in Theology (Mid-term) | 3 | Core |
| BIS610 | Thesis | 6 | Core |
Programme Includes:
- Tuition :
546,000 FCFA
- Application fee :
20,000 FCFA
- Entrance fee :
20,000 FCFA
- Duration :
2 years
- Courses :
20
- Credit hours :
63
- Award :