Academics

Undergraduate Programs

The purpose of the undergraduate programs at Zion Christian University is to seek to enrich the student’s personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, impart to the student a thorough knowledge of God’s Word, and prepare the student to be an effective leader who is able to “rightly divide the word of truth” (2 Tim. 2:15).

Certificate in Biblical Studies

This program is designed to give students a solid foundation in Biblical studies and Christian doctrine. This program also consists of the core courses which are required for every program of study.

Required Courses
BBL102 Hermeneutics 3 credits
NTS101 New Testament Survey 2 credits
NTS102 Romans 2 credits
NTS103 Acts 3 credits
OTS101 Old Testament Survey 3 credits
OTS102 Journey of Israel 3 credits
OTS103 Genesis 3 credits
PTH102 Pillars of Faith 2 credits
SYS101 Systematic Theology I 3 credits
SYS102 Systematic Theology II 3 credits
SYS103 Systematic Theology III 3 credits
THE102 Tabernacle of Moses 3 credits

Diploma in Biblical Studies

This program is designed to build upon the Certificate in Biblical Studies program and seeks to gives students a deeper knowledge of Bible, doctrine, and practical theology. It is ideal for individuals who have some Bible training and desire to increase their knowledge for further study or ministry.

Required Courses
NTS201 Synoptic Gospels 3 credits
NTS202 Hebrews 3 credits
OTS201 Leviticus 3 credits
OTS101 Old Testament Survey 3 credits
OTS202 David & Solomon 2 credits
PTH201 Christian Maturity I 2 credits
PTH202 Christian Maturity II 2 credits
PTH203 Praise & Worship 3 credits
PTH204 Marriage & Family 3 credits
SYS201 Systematic Theology III 3 credits
SYS202 Systematic Theology IV 3 credits

Bachelor in Biblical Studies

This program is designed to build upon the Certificate and Diploma in Biblical Studies and seeks to give students a deeper knowledge of Bible and ministry related studies. This program is ideal for individuals who desire to prepare for ministry.

Year 3: 30 Credit Hours
NTS301 Pauline Epistles I 3 credits
NTS401 Parables of Jesus 2 credits
OTS301 Historical Books 2 credits
OTS401 Psalms I 2 credits
PRE301 Homiletics 2 credits
THE301 Tabernacle of David 3 credits
Elective Courses - 16 Credit Hours

Students may select elective courses for the remaining 16 credit hours.

Year 4: 30 Credit Hours
NTS301 Pauline Epistles I 3 credits
NTS401 Parables of Jesus 2 credits
OTS301 Historical Books 2 credits
OTS401 Psalms I 2 credits
PRE301 Homiletics 2 credits
THE301 Tabernacle of David 3 credits
Elective Courses - 14 Credit Hours

Students may select elective courses for the remaining 14 credit hours.

Bachelor in Theology

This program is designed to build upon the Certificate and Diploma in Biblical Studies and seeks to gives students a thorough understanding of theology as well as equip them for ministry. This program of study requires 30 credits of General Education, which must be transferred from an acceptable school.

Required Courses
CED402 Teacher Training 2 credits
HCH302 Church History 3 credits
NTS301 Pauline Epistles I 3 credits
NTS302 Pauline Epistles II 3 credits
OTS301 Historical Books 2 credits
PHL302 Apologetics 2 credits
PRE301 Homiletics 2 credits
PTH301 Principles of Prayer 3 credits
PTH401 Principles of Leadership 3 credits
THE301 Tabernacle of David 3 credits
THE302 Hope of the Christian 2 credits
THE402 Names of God 2 credits
General Education - 30 Credit Hours

 Students must transfer 30 credits of General Education credits from an acceptable school.

Bachelor of Arts in Theology

This program is designed to give students a thorough understanding of theology as well as equip them for ministry. This program of study requires 60 credits of General Education, which must be transferred from an acceptable school.

Year 3: 30 Credit Hours
BBL102 Hermeneutics 3 credits
NTS101 New Testament Survey 2 credits
NTS102 Romans 2 credits
NTS103 Acts 3 credits
OTS101 Old Testament Survey 3 credits
OTS102 Journey of Israel 3 credits
OTS103 Genesis 3 credits
PTH102 Pillars of Faith 2 credits
SYS101 Systematic Theology I 3 credits
SYS102 Systematic Theology II 3 credits
SYS103 Systematic Theology III 3 credits
THE102 Tabernacle of Moses 3 credits
Year 4: 30 Credit Hours
NTS201 Synoptic Gospels 3 credits
NTS202 Hebrews 3 credits
OTS201 Leviticus 3 credits
OTS101 Old Testament Survey 3 credits
OTS202 David & Solomon 2 credits
PTH201 Christian Maturity I 2 credits
PTH202 Christian Maturity II 2 credits
PTH203 Praise & Worship 3 credits
PTH204 Marriage & Family 3 credits
SYS201 Systematic Theology III 3 credits
SYS202 Systematic Theology IV 3 credits
General Education - 30 Credit Hours

Students must transfer 30 credits of General Education credits from an acceptable school.

 
 

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