Bible and Theology Major
| Institution: | Nazarene Bible College |
| Program: | Bible and Theology Major |
| Degree or Certificate: | BAMin - Bachelor of Arts in Ministry |
| Department: | Bible and Theology Department |
| Program website: | Click to visit program site |
| Program specializations: | Minor in Biblical Languages |
| Program mission statement: | The Bible and Theology Major is designed to provide advanced understanding of biblical literature, the development of strong exegetical skills, and the ability to apply theological understandings to contemporary ministry and social issues. |
| Professional accreditation: | Association for Biblical Higher Education |
| Program learning outcomes: What Will I Learn?: |
Completion of this program should enable students to: 1. Identify the intended message of biblical passages. 2. Demonstrate exegetical skill in the interpretation of biblical texts. 3. Relate an examination of Christianity to contemporary themes. |
| Evidence of Student Learning - Internal: How will the program measure what I have learned?: | Interpretive and exegetical skills are measured by means of major research projects in the form of exegetical papers required for each advanced Bible class. A detailed grading rubric measuring the various components of each exegetical paper is used to assess each student's work. A recent assessment indicated that, from a sample of students in the program, 75% scored 80% or better in relation to identifying the main message of a biblical passage. Also, from a sample of students in the program, 67% scored 85% or better for a final score on their exegetical paper. |
| Results of External Exams/Assessments: What third-party assessments will measure what I have learned?: | N/A |
