BA/BS in Bible/Biblical Studies

The Biblical and Theological Studies degree at Bethel examines Scripture and Christian thought in depth. Students study the Bible, Christian theology, and the cultural and literary worlds of the Old and New Testaments, and they complete a departmental capstone. Further options include Christian social ethics and theology as it is practiced across Africa, Asia and Latin America. The department describes the field as preparation for seminary and other graduate study as well as for lay ministry. The major is 40 credits within a 122-credit degree. Bethel also describes a Ministry Scholars path that links this bachelor's degree with a seminary master's degree. Courses carry credit toward both the major and Bethel's broader liberal arts curriculum, so students also take general education studies that widen their perspective beyond one discipline. Anyone considering the program should review the current catalog entry for the complete course list, any listed prerequisites and updates to requirements, since offerings can change from year to year.