Bachelor of Theology Requirements
Advance Your Calling with a Theology Degree
Each Bachelor of Theology degree program requires 126 credit hours, and your course of study can be customized to meet your unique educational and spiritual needs.
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How Long Will it Take to Complete My Bachelor's Degree in Theology?
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Begin your courses right away and complete them at the pace that fits your lifestyle. Each course provides 10 hours of lectures, study guides, and exams. In order to complete one course per month, you would need to invest a couple of hours two days per week. This pace would keep you on track with a traditional four-year bachelor's degree program.
Online Bachelor of Theology Degree
Our flexible, online theology degree programs are designed for busy adult learners. Take the next step toward your Kingdom calling today!
Our online Bachelor of Theology degree program is designed to help you fulfill God’s call on your life – wherever that might be. The thousands of students who have benefited from our courses use the specialized knowledge they gain in churches, ministries, classrooms and even in the marketplace.
Online Bachelor of Theology Degree Benefits
- Gain in-depth, specialized ministry knowledge.
- Learn practical ministry applications to use wherever the Lord has positioned you to build His Kingdom.
- Earn your degree while balancing work and family commitments.
- Choose from a variety of programs and select the courses that interest you most.
Online Bachelor's Degree in Theology Programs
Concentration: Apologetics
The Bachelor of Theology degree with a concentration in Apologetics explores various "evidences" for our Christian faith. It also provides a basis for communicating the truth of the Gospel to a post-Christian world. Special emphasis is given on issues of doctrine and Christian witness.| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| BT108 | Theology: The Nature, Essence and Attributes of God | 3 |
| BT502 | Systematic Theology I | 3 |
| BT650 | Contemporary Theology I | 3 |
| BT305 | Creation: Our Foundation I | 3 |
| BT425 | Apologetics | 3 |
| BT800 | Engaging the Culture with a Biblical Worldview | 3 |
| BT850 | Questions of Faith I: Fact and Faith | 3 |
| BT855 | Questions of Faith II: Reason and Religion | 3 |
| BT901 | Introduction to Christian Evidence | 3 |
| BT926 | Philosophy III | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
| PT | Practical Theology course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
Earn your Bachelor of Theology online with Christian Life School of Theology Global. The following course schedule is provided as a prescribed degree program plan for a concentration to be awarded in Biblical Theology.
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| BT105 | Back to Basics | 3 |
| BT510 | Laying the Foundation | 3 |
| BT108 | Theology: The Nature, Essence, & Attributes of God | 3 |
| BT451 | Developing Sound Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BT502 | Systematic Theology | 3 |
| BT505 | Introduction to Biblical Studies | 3 |
| BT547 | Applied Hermeneutics: The Ministry of the Word | 3 |
| BT580 | The Trinity | 3 |
| BT945 | Ecclesiology II | 3 |
| BT901 | Introduction to Christian Evidences | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| CC | Christian Counseling (Course of Choice) | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology (Course of Choice) | 3 |
| NT | New Testament (Course of Choice) | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament (Course of Choice) | 3 |
| PT | Practical Theology (Course of Choice) | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| Electives (Your Choice) | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| PT402 | Introduction to Chaplain Ministry | 3 |
| BT355 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| BT800 | Engaging the Culture with a Biblical Worldview | 3 |
| CC150 | Introduction to Biblical Counseling | 3 |
| CC511 | Interpersonal Relationships and Personality Patterns | 3 |
| CC560 | Godly Communication in Everyday Life | 3 |
| PT255 | Leadership Principles I | 3 |
| PT340 | Dynamics of Effective Communication | 3 |
| PT507 | Seven Basic Biblical Principles for Success in the Marketplace | 3 |
| PT643 | Reaching a Post-Modern World | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 29 courses of your choice | 87 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| PT507 | Seven Basic Biblical Principles for Success in the Marketplace | 3 |
| PT597 | Financial Wisdom to Create True Wealth | 3 |
| PT633 | God’s Systems on Success | 3 |
| PT667 | Kingdom Business Leadership I | 3 |
| PT687 | Kingdom Business Leadership II | 3 |
| PT522 | Beyond Great: An Introduction | 3 |
| PT675 | Cultivating Kingdom Champions | 3 |
| PT235 | A Biblical Understanding of Leadership | 3 |
| PT255 | Leadership Principles I | 3 |
| PT511 | The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| CC150 | Introduction to Biblical Counseling | 3 |
| CC176 | Foundations of Christian Counseling | 3 |
| CC511 | Interpersonal Relationships & Personality Patterns | 3 |
| CC520 | Resolving Conflict and Anger God’s Way | 3 |
| CC560 | Godly Communication in Everyday Life | 3 |
| CC960 | Journey Toward Wholeness | 3 |
| CC310 | A Study of Christian Marriage and Child-Training | 3 |
| CC525 | Biblical Building Blocks for Marriage and Family | 3 |
| CC660 | You Can Have a Happy Family | 3 |
| CC530 | Stress Management | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
| PT | Practical Theology course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| PT730 | Introduction to Coaching | 3 |
| CC560 | Godly Communication in Everyday Life | 3 |
| PT403 | The Theology of Relationships | 3 |
| CC511 | Interpersonal Relationships & Personality Patterns | 3 |
| PT590 | Teaching: A Biblical Perspective | 3 |
| PT340 | Dynamics of Effective Communication | 3 |
| CC520 | Resolving Conflict and Anger God’s Way | 3 |
| PT507 | Seven Basic Biblical Principles for Success in the Marketplace | 3 |
| PT555 | Leadership Principles II | 3 |
| PT522 | Beyond Great: An Introduction | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| BT305 | Creation: Our Foundation I | 3 |
| BT355 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| BT425 | Apologetics | 3 |
| BT602 | Historical Christian and Other Worldviews | 3 |
| BT603 | World Religions in Christian Perspective | 3 |
| BT725 | Philosophy I | 3 |
| BT850 | Questions of Faith I: Fact and Faith | 3 |
| BT901 | Introduction to Christian Evidences | 3 |
| BT925 | Philosophy II | 3 |
| HT730 | Great Christian Writers of the 20th Century | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
| PT | Practical Theology course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| PT335 | Experiencing and Encountering the Holy Spirit | 3 |
| PT341 | Crucified Life | 3 |
| PT446 | God Hedge: Fruit of the Spirit | 3 |
| PT510 | First Corinthians 13: The Love Chapter | 3 |
| PT517 | Character Determines Destiny | 3 |
| PT545 | Biblical Discipleship | 3 |
| PT580 | The Theology of Spiritual Development | 3 |
| PT600 | Receiving Divine Revelation | 3 |
| PT816 | How to Hear the Voice of God | 3 |
| PT912 | The Forgiving Church | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| PT301 | Equipping for Evangelism | 3 |
| PT403 | The Theology of Relationships | 3 |
| PT415 | New Strategies for Evangelism | 3 |
| PT502 | Theology of Missions | 3 |
| PT610 | A Study of Church Growth | 3 |
| PT615 | Dynamics of Church Growth | 3 |
| PT625 | Success with People | 3 |
| PT643 | Reaching a Postmodern World | 3 |
| PT116 | Christian Life and Witness I | 3 |
| NT530 | Transformers | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| PT251 | You Can Be Emotionally Healed | 3 |
| PT551 | Divine Health and Healing Principles | 3 |
| PT661 | No Longer a Victim | 3 |
| PT663 | Healing the Wounded Heart | 3 |
| PT668 | Restoring the Foundations I | 3 |
| PT669 | Restoring the Foundations II | 3 |
| PT678 | Healing and Restoring the Heart | 3 |
| CC303 | The Road to Restoration | 3 |
| PT521 | Advanced Deliverance I | 3 |
| PT721 | Advanced Deliverance II | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| HT445 | History of Christianity in America I | 3 |
| HT510 | The History of the Early Church | 3 |
| HT608 | The Nature and Dynamics of Revival | 3 |
| HT622 | History of Christianity in America II | 3 |
| HT630 | Heresy and the Development of Christian Doctrine | 3 |
| HT720 | The Apostles’ Creed | 3 |
| HT436 | The Intertestamental Period | 3 |
| HT650 | Jewish Roots of Christianity | 3 |
| HT700 | Jewish Background of the New Testament | 3 |
| HT900 | Graeco-Roman Background of the New Testament | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
| PT | Practical Theology course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| PT136 | Leaders Under Construction | 3 |
| PT221 | Mystique of Human Leadership | 3 |
| PT235 | A Biblical Understanding of Leadership | 3 |
| PT255 | Leadership Principles I | 3 |
| PT322 | Successful Leadership | 3 |
| PT350 | Courage to Lead | 3 |
| PT511 | The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership | 3 |
| BT355 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| PT675 | Cultivating Kingdom Champions | 3 |
| PT705 | Leadership Principles V | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
||
| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| CC310 | Marriage & Family Counseling | 3 |
| CC451 | A Portrait of Christian Marriage & Family | 3 |
| CC511 | Interpersonal Relationships & Personality Patterns | 3 |
| CC520 | Resolving Conflict and Anger God’s Way | 3 |
| CC525 | Biblical Building Blocks for Marriage & Family | 3 |
| CC526 | Raising a Righteous Generation | 3 |
| CC540 | Parenting is for Everyone | 3 |
| CC555 | Godly Foundations for Parenting | 3 |
| CC560 | Godly Communication in Everyday Life | 3 |
| CC660 | You Can Have a Happy Family | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
| PT | Practical Theology course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| NT115 | Survey of the New Testament I | 3 |
| NT120 | Survey of the New Testament II | 3 |
| NT511 | New Testament Theology | 3 |
| NT531 | The Synoptic Gospels I | 3 |
| NT532 | The Synoptic Gospels II | 3 |
| NT555 | The Book of Acts: The Spirit & the Mission of the Church | 3 |
| NT211 | Romans I | 3 |
| NT422 | Romans 2 | 3 |
| NT225 | The Book of Hebrews | 3 |
| NT525 | The Letters of John | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
| PT | Practical Theology course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| OT115 | Survey of the Old Testament I | 3 |
| OT120 | Survey of the Old Testament II | 3 |
| OT525 | Old Testament Theology | 3 |
| OT670 | The Pentateuch: Part I | 3 |
| OT250 | The Pentateuch: Part II | 3 |
| NT555 | Training for Reigning I | 3 |
| OT450 | Training for Reigning II | 3 |
| OT414 | The Book of Nehemiah | 3 |
| OT542 | The Book of Proverbs | 3 |
| OT610 | The Book of Daniel | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| PT | Practical Theology course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
||
| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |
| Course No. | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
Concentration Courses |
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| PT116 | Christian Life and Witness I | 3 |
| PT512 | Preparing for Revival | 3 |
| PT545 | Biblical Discipleship | 3 |
| PT535 | Practical Ministry Principles | 3 |
| PT589 | The Theology of Serving | 3 |
| PT340 | The Dynamics of Effective Communication | 3 |
| PT605 | The Philosophy of Worship | 3 |
| PT301 | Equipping for Evangelism | 3 |
| PT322 | Successful Leadership | 3 |
| PT587 | Contemporary Christian Issues | 3 |
Balancing Requirement |
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| BT | Biblical Theology course | 3 |
| CC | Christian Counseling course | 3 |
| HT | Historical Theology course | 3 |
| NT | New Testament course | 3 |
| OT | Old Testament course | 3 |
Custom Degree Plan |
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| 27 courses of your choice | 81 | |
Total Units |
126 |