Class Type
Seated, Traditional 15-week Semesters
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
August 11th, 2025
Accreditation
Mission University is accredited by HLC and ABHE
Credit Hours
Months (Avg)
Career Outlooks
The bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies & Church Ministry prepares students to serve in a local church ministry.
In addition to vocational ministry, other employment opportunities may include:
- Pastor
- Church Staff Member
- Professor (with continued educational requirements)
- Teacher
- Author
- Curriculum Writer
- Conference Speaker/Coordinator
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies & Church Ministry, students will be able to:
1. Articulate a knowledge of biblical texts and a clear explanation of systematic theology consistent with Baptist distinctives. (ILO1)
2. Identify the stages of spiritual development with application to interpersonal relationships. (ILO 3)
3. Exegete and apply a biblical text to a sermon and/or lesson delivered with oral clarity and contemporary relevance. (ILO 1)
4. Demonstrate an understanding of church administration and local church leadership. (ILO 1)
5. Formulate a philosophy of life and ministry which demonstrates a commitment to Christ-like character. (ILO 2)
Program Mission
The mission of the Biblical Langauges Concentration is to prepare men and women to apply their knowledge and skills to serivce in vocational ministry through a local church, para-church ministry, non-profit organization, or in preparation for earning graduate degree(s) necessary to be a college professor or chaplain.
Degree Plan
General Studies (30 hours)
| GSCE 141 – English Grammar and Composition | 3 |
| GSCE 142 – English Composition and Research | 3 |
| GSCS 200 – Public Speaking | 3 |
| BSMI 121 – Biblical Foundations for Global Outreach | 3 |
| GSBP 212 – General Psychology | 3 |
| GSSH 133 – Christian Worldview in Contemporary Culture | 3 |
| GSSH 241 – Church History I: Early Church – Dark Ages | 3 |
| GSSH 242 – Church History II: Reformation – Today | 3 |
| GSNS 110 – Origins Science | 3 |
| PSBU 136 – Personal Finance | 3 |
Bible/Theology (39 hours)
| BSEB 103 – Old Testament Survey 1 | 3 |
| BSEB 104 – Old Testament Survey 2 | 3 |
| BSEB 111 – Life of Christ | 3 |
| BSEB 112 – Life of Paul | 3 |
| BSEB 213 – New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BSEB 224 – Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BSEB 325 – Advanced Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BSEB 341 – Romans | 3 |
| BSST 233 – Theology 1 | 3 |
| BSST 234 – Theology 2 | 3 |
| BSST 333 – Theology 3 | 3 |
| BSST 334 – Theology 4 | 3 |
| BSST 441 – Apologetics | 3 |
Church Ministry (33 hours)
| BSCM 200 – Personal Evangelism & Discipleship | 3 |
| BSCM 310 – Preaching & Teaching Methods | 3 |
| BSCM 315 – Preaching & Teaching Workshop | 3 |
| BSCM 324 – Local Church Worship, Music, and Media | 3 |
| BSCM 333 – Local Church Communications | 3 |
| BSCM 334 – Local Church Business | 3 |
| BSCM 438 – Local Church Missions | 3 |
| BSCM 463 – Local Church Counseling | 3 |
| BSCM 475 – Local Church Internship | 3 |
| Bible/Theology OR Church Ministry Elective | 3 |
| Bible/Theology OR Church Ministry Elective | 3 |
Biblical Languages Concentration (18 hours)
| BSBL 521 – Beginning Greek I | 3 |
| BSBL 522 – Beginning Greek II | 3 |
| BSBL 601 – Intermediate Greek I | 3 |
| BSBL 602 – Intermediate Greek II | 3 |
| BSBL 620 – Elementary Hebrew I | 3 |
| BSBL 621 – Elementary Hebrew II | 3 |
Total (120 hours)
Comments:
All ministry students are required to complete a missions trip and local church internship as part of the degree program and graduation requirements.
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Wayne Slusser
Education:
- Ph.D. in New Testament/Greek, Baptist Bible Seminary, Clarks Summit, PA, 2012
- M.Div. Baptist Bible Graduate School, Springfield, MO, 2001
- Master of Arts in Biblical Studies, Baptist Bible Graduate School, Springfield, MO, 2000
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK, 1991
Admission Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completed Mission University application
- Official high school transcript showing the graduation date, or GED certificate.
- Official transcript from all previous colleges or universities attended (if applicable).
- Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA waiver form.
- Completed Mission University financial check-in documents.