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The Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical Studies at Grand Canyon University can provide you with a comprehensive, in-depth overview of biblical knowledge, including a survey of the Old and New Testaments.
Once you have completed the certificate, you should have the capability to analyze, interpret and accurately share this information with others to help teach them, guide them and accompany them in their spiritual formation. If you are looking to gain overall basic knowledge of the Old and New Testaments for your own personal, spiritual or professional growth, you may be an ideal candidate for this certificate program.
While completing your certificate, you will be taught how to:
GCU offers the online certificate in biblical studies for those who prefer to complete their courses in a more flexible, convenient format. By completing your certificate online, you have access to the various online learning resources that GCU has to offer. You can also take advantage of an online community of support from your professors and classmates.
Throughout your certificate program, you will complete course materials that can help you gain an understanding of biblical principles and Scripture in both the Old and New Testaments. Course topics you will cover include:
In your Old and New Testament courses, there is emphasis placed on understanding the biblical narrative and genres, as well as the major historical period and various theological terms. You will also complete a writing intensive course, where you will have the opportunity to use and learn basic principles of biblical hermeneutics.
In this course, you will receive an introduction to biblical interpretation and application to contemporary issues, developing practical procedures and skills. Your final course will include a study of the Gospels and Acts of the New Testament, where you will focus on interpretation of passages and identifying textual issues and theological themes.
This certificate in Biblical Studies online is designed to prepare you with the knowledge necessary to be able to share and teach others about interpretative principles and their connection with Christian values and spiritual formation. Once you complete this certificate, you may pursue a position as a Christian leader in the church. You may also choose to explore positions teaching others, such as through the role of a religious activities and education director.
If you’re considering earning this undergraduate certificate, read through some commonly asked questions to gain insight into this program and possible career paths.
Your career and personal goals are often the driving factor behind which type of certificate program would be more beneficial for you. While this is an undergraduate biblical studies certificate, there are graduate Christian theology certificate options available as well, which can provide you with a deeper knowledge of Christianity and can prepare you for positions serving in your local church community.
The knowledge and interpretation skills you can gain from a biblical studies certificate program can help you position yourself to potentially pursue leadership positions in the church or other Christian organizations. You may feel called to teach others in your community and may want to explore teaching or education roles as well. In these roles, you can have the opportunity to educate and share the meanings behind biblical passages, disciple others and contribute to the spiritual formation of those under your care.
If you are looking to better understand the Old and New Testament and put yourself in a position to be able to understand how to relay those interpretations to others, a certificate in biblical studies may be beneficial to you and your vocational and spiritual goals. Through this certificate, you will be taught to accurately analyze biblical passages, identify ethical principles in Scripture and their connection to Christian values and can gain an awareness of different historical perspectives of the Old and New Testament.
If you feel called to dive deeper into biblical studies and enroll in this undergraduate certificate program, fill out the form on this page to get in contact with a university counselor.
Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division
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Admission Requirements (Bachelor's)
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
*Math and reading only on a 1600 point scale (test date after 3/1/2016). SAT score of 1380 required for 2400 point scale (test date before 3/1/2016).
