| Language of this entry | English (USA) |
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| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Biblical Thought and Literature (BA) |
| Type of Training | Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
| Reference Number | cross1 |
| Description | Purpose This major program is designed to expose students to the scholarly study of the Bible and theological thought. It can serve as a pre-seminary degree or as a general undergraduate degree for those not intending to enter directly into church ministry. The Biblical Thought & Literature major enables students to have a larger concentration in Bible and theology (50 semester hours) than the normal Biblical Studies & Theology major (30-40 semester hours). Objectives Students who successfully complete the Biblical Thought & Literature Major should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of the Old Testament, the New Testament, doctrine and theology. Show advanced skills in personal and practical application of biblical principles. Research and communicate about complex biblical and theological topics. |
| Keywords | Bible, Literature |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (USA) |
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| Country and region where programme is available | United States / Minnesota |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology |
| Residential/Non Residential | Residential |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Degree |
| Cost Range | US$100,000 or more |
| Actual Cost | - |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | |
| Actual Length | 4 years |
| Average hours of study per week | 0 |
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| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 0 |
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