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Programme Detail: Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number
Description The Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies provides a strong foundation in Bible and theology for marketplace ministers and for students desiring to go on to complete any of the four Bachelor of Arts degree programs offered at Pacific Rim Christian University. The goal of the Biblical Studies curriculum is to equip the student to value the careful study of the Bible and theology for life and ministry.
Keywords Theology, Bible, Worship, Ministry, Marketplace
Languages Programme Available in English (USA)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available United States / Hawaii
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Prayer, Worship and Spiritual Gifts / Prayer; Prayer, Worship and Spiritual Gifts / Worship
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Degree
Cost Range From US$1,000 to less than US$10,000
Actual Cost 21,600
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 2 years
Average hours of study per week 25
Methods of instruction Weekly chapel, mentoring, small groups, lecture, reading, research, internet, multimedia, discussion groups, seminars, journal, practicum, projects
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 12 hours a week
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 3 hours a week
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 2 hours a week
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 20
Prerequisite Programmes
Other Prerequisites High School Graduation
Qualifications gained Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by ABHE (N. America)
Other Accrediting Bodies