Bachelor’s in Biblical Studies (BBS)- 3 Years
In addition to the courses covered in certificate and diploma levels, the Bachelor’s program will equip students to be effective servants and ministers of God’s word through courses dealing with major world religions, Christian cults, apologetics, Indian Church history, mission-biographies, Frontier missions, etc.
Entry Requirements: 1) A successful completion of 12th grade and above. 2) Recommendation from the local church elder or evangelist/pastor.
Duration of Study: 36 – 50 months
Graduation Requirements: 1) A successful completion of 108 credit units through 36 prescribed courses. 2) An assessment of Context Based Learning (CBL) which includes ministry involvement in and through the local church. 3) A minimum of 50% attendance in contact classes. 4) Successful completion of a written comprehensive examination at the end of the program.
Note: A student may directly register for 3 year BBS or 2 year DBS if he or she fulfills entry requirements. However, for those who do not have higher secondary education, they will be required to prove their efficiency by successfully completing the certificate course first to qualify for the diploma program or Bachelor’s.
In addition to the courses prescribed for CBS and DBS, the following courses are to be taken in the third year.
Course Title (3 credits each)
BS 108: N T Survey with Acts outline
ES 105: An Introduction to Major World Religions
DS 105: Dispensationalism and Eschatology
ES 106: Christian Evidences (Apologetics)
MS 102: History Makers of the Church
BS 109: Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians
PS 107: Inheriting a Christ-like Mind
HS 103: An Introduction to Indian Church History
ES 107: An Introduction to major Christian cults & False Teachings
PS 108: A Guide to Christian Service
BS 110: Apocalyptic Literature
MS 103: Finishing the Task (Frontier Missions)
Total Fee: Rs.15,000/- (including registration, administration, tuition and text books)