The Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies degree is a college program of 64 hours which can later be applied to fulfill the requirements of either the BA or BS degree.
The last 24 hours of the degree must be completed at Carver.
Candidates for the AA degree must also pass a comprehensive examination to the satisfaction of the faculty before the degree will be granted.
Courses
Bible and Theology (26 hrs.):
Bible Survey I – Old Testament 3 hrs.
Bible Survey II – New Testament 3 hrs.
Pauline Epistles I (Romans) 3 hrs.
Introduction to Bible Study 3 hrs.
Hermeneutics 3 hrs.
Personal Evangelism 2 hrs.
Introduction to Theology 3 hrs.
Electives 6 hrs.
General Studies (20 hrs.):
Communication Skills (Speech) 2 hrs.
English Composition I 3 hrs.
English Composition II 3 hrs.
Great Christian Literature 3 hrs.
History 3 hrs.
Orientation 1 hr.
Biblical Leadership 2 hrs.
Natural Sciences/College Math 3 hrs.
Departmental Studies (18 hrs.):
Christian Life and Maturity 1 hr.
Introduction to World Views 3 hrs.
Church History 3 hrs.
Introduction to Missions 2 hrs.
Introduction to Biblical Counseling 3 hrs.
Introduction to Christian Education 3 hrs.
Dynamics of Urban Ministries 3 hrs.