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Southeastern Bible College

Programme Detail: The Bible as Literature

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource The Bible as Literature
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number BIB2730
Description Examines the various literary forms within the Christian canon. The special qualities of each literary genre will be discussed with the critical, interpretive and applicational issues that accompany these literary categories.
Keywords Bible; Literary genre
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available United States / Alabama
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Transforming Culture, Arts and the Media / History, Philosophy and Other Humanities
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Introductory
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost 330 per credit hour
Bursaries/scholarships available Yes
Actual Length semester course
Average hours of study per week 3
Methods of instruction Professors use a variety of teaching methods such as lecture, demonstration, small group discussion, debate, out of class assignments, internships and coffee house settings to enhance the learning process.
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 90%
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 10%
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). varies
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 none
Other Prerequisites
Qualifications gained 3 hours of college credit
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by
Other Accrediting Bodies Association of Biblical Higher Education (ABHE)