Associate of Arts in Divinity: Biblical Theology and Educational Formation

The Associate of Arts in Divinity with a concentration in Biblical Theology and Educational Formation is a rigorously structured two-year program offered by the HBIU School of Divinity. This 48-credit curriculum emphasizes advanced biblical interpretation, canonical and thematic biblical theology, foundational training in Old and New Testament studies, introduction to biblical languages, systematic and historical theology, Christian ethics, and spiritual formation. Grounded in scholarly methods and applied pedagogical practice, the program prepares students for responsible leadership in educational ministries, denominational service, and further theological study. The course sequence is intentionally progressive to develop exegetical competence, hermeneutical sophistication, historical awareness, and research skills culminating in an integrative capstone seminar.

Academic unit

HBIU School of Divinity

Total credits

48

Duration

2 years

Specialization / Minor

Biblical Theology and Educational Formation

• Apply advanced hermeneutical principles to conduct careful exegesis of Old and New Testament texts.
• Demonstrate foundational competency in biblical Hebrew and Greek sufficient for introductory language-based exegesis.
• Articulate key doctrines through systematic theological reflection and situate them within historical theological development.
• Evaluate and apply Christian ethical frameworks and spiritual formation practices within diverse ministry and educational contexts.
• Design pedagogically sound learning experiences for religious education informed by theological content and adult/faith formation theory.
• Employ research methodologies in religious studies to produce scholarly and ministry-relevant analysis.
• Synthesize biblical, theological, and historical insights in an integrative capstone project that demonstrates academic rigor and practical application.