Associate of Arts in Divinity: Biblical and Theological Studies

The Associate of Arts in Divinity: Biblical and Theological Studies is a two-year undergraduate program designed to cultivate rigorous competence in biblical interpretation, theological reflection, historical awareness, and research methodology. Grounded in the study of Old and New Testament corpora, systematic and historical theology, and introductory biblical languages, the curriculum prepares students for informed ministry, further theological education, and scholarly engagement with religious texts and communities. The program balances foundational university-level general education with progressively advanced theological coursework, emphasizing ethical reasoning, spiritual formation, and culturally attentive leadership in ecclesial and public contexts.

Academic unit

HBIU School of Divinity

Total credits

48

Duration

2 years

• Demonstrate foundational proficiency in biblical hermeneutics and apply exegetical methods to Old and New Testament texts.
• Articulate central doctrines of Christian theology and synthesize these within systematic frameworks.
• Analyze historical developments in Christian thought from early, medieval, and modern periods and evaluate their contemporary relevance.
• Read and engage selected biblical texts in translation-informed original-language tools and demonstrate introductory competence in a biblical language.
• Conduct theological research using appropriate academic methods and prepare a substantive capstone thesis or research project.
• Integrate ethical reflection and spiritual formation into practical approaches for ministry, community engagement, and culturally informed leadership.
• Communicate theological arguments and research findings clearly in written and oral forms suitable for academic and professional contexts.