Associate of Arts in Divinity (Biblical Interpretation & Formation)

This two-year Associate of Arts in Divinity (Biblical Interpretation & Formation) emphasizes rigorous theological formation and advanced skills in biblical interpretation, historical and systematic theology, and foundational biblical languages. Designed for students preparing for scholarly ministry, religious education, or further theological study, the curriculum balances university-level general education with a progressive sequence in Old and New Testament exegesis, theological synthesis, ethical reflection, and research methodology. Students will develop competencies in original-language analysis, constructive theological reasoning, and applied spiritual formation anchored in disciplined scholarship.

Academic unit

HBIU School of Divinity

Total credits

48

Duration

2 years

Specialization / Minor

Biblical Interpretation and Formation

• Demonstrate foundational competency in biblical Hebrew and Greek sufficient for basic exegesis of Old and New Testament texts.
• Conduct informed exegetical analysis of selected Old and New Testament passages using historical-critical and literary methodologies.
• Articulate coherent theological positions drawing on systematic and historical theology, integrating doctrine with ethical and ecclesial concerns.
• Apply principles of Christian spiritual formation and pastoral care within congregational and community contexts.
• Employ advanced academic research methods to design, execute, and present a sustained theological research project.
• Critically engage primary and secondary scholarship in theology and religious studies with appropriate citation and academic integrity.
• Communicate complex theological ideas clearly and persuasively in both written and oral formats to diverse audiences.
• Evaluate institutional stewardship, leadership, and public communication strategies through a theological and ethical lens.