Bachelor's · On Campus or Online
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies
Who it's for
The King's Bachelor of Biblical and Theological Studies degree program equips students for living out their faith and ministering in the world from a Biblically informed, theological sound point of view. Students are encouraged toward a life-long love for the Word of God and living out their calling based upon sound, Spirit-filled theology rooted in Scripture.
What you'll learn
- Utilize sound hermeneutical principles and lexical aids in the interpretation of Scripture
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of background issues and primary themes of the Old and New Testaments
- Assess various foundational understandings of Christian theology, with an emphasis on Spirit- empowered and Messianic Jewish distinctives
- Articulate an essential knowledge of the history, traditions, and practices of the Church
- Exemplify the application of biblical and theological principles to life and ministry
Program Director
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Leanna Thompson
Associate Professor of Bible and Theology
Curriculum
Foundational Core: 15 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBL 1300 | Introduction to Bible |
| BIBM 1301 | The Spirit-Formed Life |
| BIBL 1307 | Principles of Biblical Interpretation |
| BIBT 2303 | To the Jew First |
| BIBT 2307 | Theological Foundations |
General Education: 43 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| COMS 2303 | Public Speaking and Interpersonal Communication |
| ENGL 1301 | English Composition I |
| ENGL 1302 | English Composition II |
| GOVT 2301 | Federal Government |
| GOVT 2305 | Texas State Government |
| HIST 1302 | American History 1 |
| HIST 1303 | American History 2 |
| MATH 1301 | College Math |
| NSCI 1401 | Natural Science and the Bible |
| PHED 1200 | Health and Wellness |
| PHIL 2301 | Christian Ethics |
| PSYC 1301 | Introduction to Psychology |
| SOCI 1301 | Introduction to Sociology |
| UNIV 1101 | Student Success Strategies Component Elective Creative Arts Elective |
Experiential Learning: 5 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBM 2101 | Practicum Prep |
| BIBM 3201 | Junior Ministry Practicum |
| BIBM 3201 | Junior Ministry Practicum Major Core: 42 hours |
Major Courses: 33 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBH 2315 | Pentecostal and Charismatic Movements |
| BIBH 2320 | Church History |
| BIBL 1305 | Old Testament Survey |
| BIBL 1306 | New Testament Survey |
| BIBL 2301 | Biblical Background and Interpretation |
| BIBL 4315 | Romans and Galatians* |
| BIBL 4320 | Isaiah* |
| BIBM 4302 | Senior Capstone* |
| BIBT 4320 | Senior Biblical and Theological Studies Internship* |
| BIBT 3325 | Systematic Theology I |
| BIBT 3326 | Systematic Theology II *See Pre-Seminary Track options for replacement courses. *See Pre-Seminary Track options for replacement courses. |
New Testament Concentration: 9 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBL 2304 | Acts of the Apostles |
| BIBL 3302 | Synoptic Gospels New Testament Course (3000-4000 level) |
Old Testament Concentration: 9 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BIBL 2328 | Introduction to the Torah Old Testament Course (3000-4000 level) One of the following: • BIBL 3306 Studies in the Prophets • BIBL 3307 Studies in the Writings Biblical Language – select any pair: • BGRK 3301 Greek I |
Biblical Language Concentration: 9 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BGRK 3302 | Greek II • BHEB 3301 Hebrew I |
| BHEB 3302 | Hebrew II Exegetical Study – select one: • BGRK 4303 Greek Exegesis |
| BHEB 4303 | • Hebrew Exegesis Pre-Seminary Track utilizes 9 hours of Major Electives and 6 hours of General Electives. Biblical Language – select any pair: • BGRK 3301 Greek I |
*bts Pre-seminary Track: 27 hours
| Code | Course |
|---|---|
| BGRK 3302 | Greek II • BHEB 3301 Hebrew I |
| BHEB 3302 | Hebrew II |
| APOL 3304 | Introduction to Apologetics (replaces BIBL 4320 Isaiah) |
| BIBL 4312 | Advanced Hermeneutics (replaces BIBL 4315 Romans and Galatians) |
| BIBT 4305 | Old Testament Theology |
| BIBT 4306 | New Testament Theology Theological Research Methodologies |
| BIBT 4350 | (replaces BIBT 4320 Senior Biblical and Theological Studies Internship) |
| BIBT 4355 | Senior Thesis (replaces BIBM 4302 Senior Capstone) |
| PHIL 3305 | Philosophy and Christian Thought 120 hours |
Total program hours: 120 hours
Why TKU
Spirit-formed leaders
Taught by faculty active in ministry.
Whole-person formation
Who you become, not just what you learn.
Culture of worship
Prayer and worship woven through campus life.
Community of care
Soul care from faculty, staff, and peers.