Bachelor of Old Testament

BACHELOR OF
OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES (BOTS)

Exploring God’s Word, Understanding His Covenant

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 Old Testament Studies (BOTS) is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the Old Testament Scriptures, their historical background, theological themes, and practical significance for contemporary ministry. This program equips students with biblical knowledge, interpretive skills, and theological insight, enabling them to engage the Old Testament faithfully and apply its teachings in preaching, teaching, research, and Christian ministry.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

COURSE STRUCTURE

Semester 1 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BOTS 101	Pentateuch	3
BOTS 102	The Doctrine of God	3
BOTS 103	Hebrew Language I	3
BOTS 104	Leadership & Administration	3
BOTS 105	Foundations of Theological Education	3
BOTS 106	Christian Ethics	2

Semester 2 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BOTS 107	Historical Books	3
BOTS 108	The Doctrine of Jesus Christ	3
BOTS 109	Homiletics	3
BOTS 110	Pastoral Ministry	3
BOTS 111	Spiritual Formation	2
BOTS 112	Early Church History	3

Semester 3 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BOTS 201	Wisdom Literature	3
BOTS 202	The Gospels	3
BOTS 203	The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit	3
BOTS 204	Hebrew Language II	3
BOTS 205	Hermeneutics	3
BOTS 206	Social and Community Development	2

Semester 4 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BOTS 207	Major Prophets	3
BOTS 208	Acts of the Apostles	3
BOTS 209	The Doctrine of Man	3
BOTS 210	Worship & Liturgy	2
BOTS 211	Medieval Church History	3
BOTS 212	Elective I (World Religions / Unreached People Groups)	3

Semester 5 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BOTS 301	Minor Prophets	3
BOTS 302	Pauline Epistles	3
BOTS 303	The Doctrine of Salvation	3
BOTS 304	The Doctrine of the Church	3
BOTS 305	Leadership & Church Growth	2
BOTS 306	Elective II (Evangelism / Discipleship)	3

Semester 6 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BOTS 307	General Epistles	3
BOTS 308	Prophecy (Revelation)	3
BOTS 309	The Doctrine of Scripture	3
BOTS 310	The Doctrine of Angels	2
BOTS 311	Aramaic Language	3
BOTS 312	Elective III (10/40 Window / Outreach)	3

Semester 7 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BOTS 401	Apocalyptic Literature	3
BOTS 402	The Doctrine of Satan	2
BOTS 403	The Doctrine of Last Things	3
BOTS 404	Apologetics	3
BOTS 405	Research & Writing Methods	3
BOTS 406	Elective IV (Church Planting / Missions)	3

Semester 8 (17 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours
BOTS 407	Contemporary Theology & Issues	3
BOTS 408	Capstone Thesis / Research Project	3
BOTS 409	Modern Theories in Theology	3
BOTS 410	Elective V (World Religions / Women’s Ministry)	4
BOTS 411	Elective VI (Intercultural and 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: Theological and Biblical Studies

Faculty: Old Testament Studies

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Applicant must hold a Diploma of Old Testament 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 ministry impact project, such as:
o A church planting plan for a local or unreached community.
o A discipleship or leadership development program.
o A community outreach or social engagement initiative.

CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

Prepare for Leadership, Service, and Global Impact

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