13 courses with the subject BIA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
A study of basic Christian teachings to cultivate a distinctively Christian mindset and godly character including biblical principles of Christian discipleship and moral decision-making.
A study of the Bible as the Word of God and of the proper methods of interpretation for spiritual transformation.
(PQ: ACT Composite score of 27 or above [SAT score of 1280 or above or CLT score of 85 or above], or high school cum GPA of 3.65 or higher, or consent of instructor) A study of basic Christian beliefs and values in the cultivation of a Christian mindset and character. This includes principles for spiritual growth and moral decision-making. BIA1826 may be taken in the place of BIA1007.
(PQ: ACT Composite score of 27 or above [SAT score of 1280 or above or CLT score of 85 or above], or high school cum GPA of 3.65 or higher, or consent of instructor) A study of the Bible as the Word of God and of the proper methods of interpretation for spiritual transformation. BIA1827 may be taken in the place of BIA1015.
A study of Jewish civilization from 538 B.C. to A.D. 135 as an aid to understanding both the formation of the Old Testament and the rise of Christianity. Primary emphasis is on political and social history, with considerable attention to the literary materials of the period. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 cr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . University of Northwestern – St. Paul Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027
OCE = ORAL COMMUNICATION EMPHASIS.
BIB6201 New Testament Greek for Biblical Study. . . . . . . . . . . . 4 electives. Related transfer courses may apply toward elective credits.
(PQ: ENG1107 and acceptance into a bachelor/accelerated graduate . 2 cr program) An advanced course in hermeneutics in which students will learn about the formation of the Bible, the history of biblical interpretation, modern critical methods, and current challenges to biblical interpretation.
BIB5120 Old Testament Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 *BUA5420 is a recommended elective
A study of apologetics, the defense of the Christian faith, with emphasis on critical thinking, theistic arguments, and the problem of evil. Students will also be introduced to Christian approaches to ethics and ethical issues.
BIB Topics in Bible as approved by core curriculum committee
This course will include an analysis of the history and philosophy of science and the Christian faith, including an examination of models of interaction between the two disciplines. Students will also investigate a theistic metaphysics of nature and scientific mechanisms as a form of God’s divine action as mandated in the Scriptures. Relevance of theology to contemporary questions and discussions of science both inside and outside of the church will be discussed.
Electives BIA, BIB, MIN, or PHI Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Source: University of Northwestern-St Paul's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
