Bachelor of Israelite Literary Studies

BACHELOR OF
ISRAELITE LITERARY STUDIES (B.I.L.S.)

Exploring the Literary Heritage of Ancient Israel

FLEXIBLE LEARNING

Study from anywhere in the world at your own pace.

LEARNING MATERIALS

Each course comes with outline and PDF books for easy understanding.

PRACTICAL MINISTRY

Ministry practicum and hands-on projects included in the program.

RESEARCH FOCUS

Develop research and writing skills through academic projects.

GLOBAL IMPACT

Prepare for local and global ministry with a Kingdom focus.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Bachelor of Israelite Literary Studies (B.I.L.S.) is a comprehensive undergraduate degree program designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the literary heritage of ancient Israel as preserved in the Bible and related historical texts. The program explores Hebrew literature, biblical poetry, wisdom writings, prophetic literature, historical narratives, and their theological, cultural, and historical significance. Through academic research, literary analysis, and biblical interpretation, students develop the knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to understand Israelite literature within its ancient Near Eastern context while applying its enduring spiritual and ethical principles to contemporary Christian ministry, education, and scholarship.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

COURSE STRUCTURE

Semester 1 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BILS 101	Introduction to Torah & Pentateuch	3
BILS 102	Doctrine of the Israelite God	3
BILS 103	Biblical Hebrew Language	3
BILS 104	Leadership & Administration in Israelite Context	3
BILS 105	Foundations of Israelite Literature	3
BILS 106	Ethics & Moral Philosophy in Israelite Texts	2

Semester 2 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BILS 107	Historical Books of Israel	3
BILS 108	Doctrine of the Messiah	3
BILS 109	Literary Analysis & Hermeneutics	3
BILS 110	Pastoral and Community Ministry	3
BILS 111	Spiritual Formation & Discipline	2
BILS 112	Early Israelite & Jewish History	3

Semester 3 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BILS 201	Wisdom Literature of Israel	3
BILS 202	Prophetic Writings & Major Gospels	3
BILS 203	Doctrine of the Spirit	3
BILS 204	Biblical Greek Language	3
BILS 205	Hermeneutics & Literary Interpretation	3
BILS 206	Social & Community Development in Israelite Context	2

Semester 4 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BILS 207	Major Prophets	3
BILS 208	Acts and Historical Narratives	3
BILS 209	Doctrine of Humanity	3
BILS 210	Worship & Liturgical Practices	2
BILS 211	Medieval Israelite Literature & History	3
BILS 212	Elective I (World Religions / Unreached People Groups)	3

Semester 5 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BILS 301	Minor Prophets	3
BILS 302	Pauline & General Epistles	3
BILS 303	Doctrine of Salvation & Redemption	3
BILS 304	Doctrine of the Israelite Community	3
BILS 305	Leadership & Community Growth	2
BILS 306	Elective II (Evangelism / Discipleship)	3

Semester 6 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BILS 307	Wisdom & Poetry Texts	3
BILS 308	Apocalyptic Literature	3
BILS 309	Doctrine of Scriptures	3
BILS 310	Doctrine of Angels & Spiritual Beings	2
BILS 311	Aramaic Language	3
BILS 312	Elective III (10/40 Window / Outreach)	3

Semester 7 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BILS 401	Apocalyptic & Eschatological Writings	3
BILS 402	Doctrine of Adversity & Evil	2
BILS 403	Doctrine of Last Things & Prophecy	3
BILS 404	Apologetics & Defense of Israelite Texts	3
BILS 405	Research & Writing Methods	3
BILS 406	Elective IV (Church Planting / Missions)	3

Semester 8 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BILS 407	Contemporary Issues in Israelite Literature	3
BILS 408	Modern Literary Theories in Biblical Context	3
BILS 409	Modern Literary Theories in Biblical Context	3
BILS 410	Elective V (World Religions / Women’s Ministry)	4
BILS 411	Elective VI (Intercultural & Interfaith Dialogue / Environmental Stewardship)	4

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Program Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)

Total Credit Hours: 136

Delivery Mode: Coursework + Research + Ministry Practicum

Teaching System: Semester System (Distance Learning)

Session Begin: 1st March and 1st September every year

Medium of Instruction: English Medium

Department: Ancient Israel Studies

Faculty: Israelite Literary Studies

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Applicant must hold a Diploma in Israelite Literary Studies (or equivalent) from an approved institution.

Program Fees

Per Semester

USD $800

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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Completion of 136 credit hours.
Passing of a comprehensive examination.
Completion and defense of a Bachelor’s thesis / major research project (15,000–20,000 words).
Demonstrated practical impact project, such as:
o A community outreach or Israelite-based educational program.
o A discipleship or leadership development program.
o A social or cultural engagement initiative.

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Bachelor of Israelite Literary Studies