For those interested in pursuing a degree without attending resident classes, Life Pacific College offers an Associate of Arts Degree in Biblical Studies. This program is primarily comprised of the Lower Division curriculum for the resident Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Studies. It is designed for students who:

• Are ready to take their first step into higher education
• Plan to pursue a different major at another college
• Already have training in another field and desire a foundation in biblical studies.

Almost all of the requirements for the Associate of Arts Degree in Biblical Studies can be completed in the Independent Study format. As reflected below under “Course of Study,” two classes (***) currently need to be transferred in from LIFE’s on-campus or online courses, or from another accredited college, to cover some of the General Education requirements.

Completing the degree can take as little as 2 years (carrying an average full load of 32 units per year), or you can take longer working at your own pace.

Objectives
Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

• recall the major themes, events, and characters of the Bible
• defend the reliability of the Bible and its authority as a guide for matters of faith and practice
• engage in inductive Bible study for the purpose of determining the original intended meaning of the text and applying the text to their lives and the lives of others
• create teaching plans and sermon outlines tailored for various cultural settings that incorporate sound exegesis, explain the essentials of Christian theology from a Pentecostal perspective
• adhere to strong convictions about what they believe and why they believe it
• express a broader understanding of the world's need for the Gospel of Jesus Christ with an accompanying zeal and skill in its proclamation
• demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking
• show an awareness of the scientific concepts, language, and issues
• demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of Western and other cultures
• exhibit ongoing development of a consistent pattern of personal spiritual growth.

Course of Study

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