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Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies
Duration :
3 years (6 semesters)
Programme Description
Ministry training for those who want to serve the church in preaching and teaching. Provides biblical, theological, historical and practical training, and prepares students who wish to pursue further study in the field. Total 110 credit hours, including a six-credit project.
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies 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 60 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
- Evangelism and world missions
- Bible translation
- Intercultural studies and missions
- Christian education
- Christian leadership and administration
- 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 38 courses across 3 years, totalling 108 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 |
| THS400 | Introduction to Systematic Theology I | 3 | Core |
| PCC400 | 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 |
| THS401 | Introduction to Systematic Theology II | 3 | Core |
| MIS400 | Introduction to World Christian Missions | 3 | Core |
| PCC401 | Introduction to Counselling | 3 | Core |
| BIS403 | Introduction to Hermeneutics | 3 | Core |
| TRA402 | Translation Principles I | 2 | Elective |
| ICM406 | Christianity and Culture (J-Term) | 3 | Core |
| BIS405 | Old Testament Book Study I (J-Term) | 3 | Core |
Year 2
First semester · 16 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIS404 | Basic Biblical Greek I | 3 | Core |
| THS402 | History of the Church in Africa | 3 | Core |
| BIS408 | Homiletics | 3 | Core |
| THS404 | Introduction to Christian Worship | 3 | Core |
| PCC408 | Introductory Supervised Ministry | 1 | Core |
| BIS407 | Old Testament Book Study II | 3 | Core |
Second semester · 20 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIS406 | Basic Biblical Greek II | 3 | Core |
| THS403 | Introduction to Christian Social Ethics | 3 | Core |
| CED404 | Educational Organization and Planning | 3 | Core |
| CLA400 | Leadership and Church Administration | 3 | Core |
| THS405 | Introduction to Christian Philosophy | 2 | Core |
| THS406 | Introduction to Biblical Theology (J-Term) | 3 | Core |
| MIS402 | Introduction to Evangelism and Discipleship (J-Term) | 3 | Core |
Year 3
First semester · 16 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GSR402 | Functional French | 3 | Core |
| BIS409 | New Testament Book Study I | 3 | Core |
| THS407 | Introduction to Pauline Theology | 3 | Core |
| THS408 | Introduction to Christian Apologetics | 2 | Core |
| THS409 | Introduction to Pastoral Theology | 3 | Core |
| THS410 | Introductory Spiritual Warfare | 2 | Core |
Second semester · 17 credit hours
| Code | Course | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICM404 | Introduction to World Religions and Cults | 2 | Core |
| GSR405 | Introduction to Clergy and the Law | 3 | Core |
| MIS407 | Introduction to Urban Missions | 3 | Core |
| PCC406 | Introduction to Marriage and Family | 3 | Core |
| BIS411 | Project | 6 | Core |
Programme Includes:
- Tuition :
280,000 FCFA
- Application fee :
15,000 FCFA
- Entrance fee :
15,000 FCFA
- Duration :
3 years
- Courses :
38
- Credit hours :
108
- Award :