Graduate Certificate in Biblical Foundations

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Further Your Spiritual Journey in Biblical Foundations

Follow your faith and renew your personal devotion to Christ with a Graduate Certificate in Biblical Foundations. This certificate at Grand Canyon University is designed to prepare you for potential service in teaching ministries. You will have the opportunity to examine biblical knowledge and practice the interpretation of Scripture. You will also have the opportunity to explore how to embrace God’s message and apply Christian principles to all aspects of life. Offered by the College of Theology, this biblical studies certificate takes you on a spiritual journey from the Old Testament to the New Testament. There is an emphasis on the development of the Christian character and on the fundamentals of becoming a spiritual leader for your local Christian community.

Graduate Certificate of Completion in Biblical Foundations

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College of Theology

Class Settings

Online

Tuition Rate

Online: $600 per credit [More Info]

Cost of Attendance

Course Information

Credits: 18

Campus: 15 weeks

Online: 8 weeks

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The University will accept one course of the total certificate requirements in transfer.

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Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements (Master's)

Undergraduate Degree*
2.8+ GPA

OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and

GMAT: 500
GRE: 300 combined**

Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).

Why GCU

Benefits of GCU’s Certificate in Biblical Foundations

This online certificate in biblical studies may offer both personal and professional benefits. As a Christian, you may use your academic endeavors to deepen your connection to Christ and explore best practices in Christian character development. This certificate program may also enable you to develop professional competencies in theology and ministry activities.

Prepare to position yourself to potentially pursue leadership positions within your church by reflecting upon the Word of God. As a Christian university, GCU immerses all its students — both online and on campus — in a faith-centered learning environment.

Earn Your Certificate in Biblical Studies Online

With GCU’s flexible online learning options, you can work to deepen your understanding of your faith no matter where you are. Continue to meet your professional and familial obligations while broadening your understanding of Scripture and its ethical applications. The online learning platform can enable you to engage in discussions with your peers, while being taught by knowledgeable instructors.

This Degree Is Offered Online

Coursework

Biblical Foundations Course Topics

This certificate in biblical studies online can empower you to examine your own personal devotion to Christ, develop your Christian leadership capabilities and guide others in your Christian communities to know and love God. In a graduate certificate in biblical foundations program, you will have opportunities to strengthen your ministerial and theological skills and take an in-depth look at faith formation and spiritual principles.

You will explore the following course topics:

The creation narrative and the exodus, conquest and settlement of Canaan

The historical context of and interpretation for the Old and New Testaments

The ministry, teachings, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ

The principles of evangelical biblical interpretation, including the use of biblical language tools

The virtues and habits that contribute to discipleship

The rise of gentile Christianity and the teachings of Paul

Careers

Career Paths With a Certificate in Biblical Foundations

You may feel called to inspire and guide the spiritual development of others, and to help them explore their religious questions. There are many possible career paths in which you can accomplish what God has called you to do.

Jobs that may be related to this graduate certificate include:

Director of religious activities and education
Postsecondary philosophy and religion teacher (requirements vary by state)

Those who feel called to serve God and his people may find career opportunities in a variety of settings. These may include:¹

Churches and church programs

Nonprofit organizations

Volunteer organizations

Missionary groups

Community outreach organizations

International aid organizations

Human service organizations

FAQ

Biblical Studies Certificate FAQs

Before enrolling in this on-campus or online certificate in biblical studies, you may wish to explore the academic credential and its career possibilities further. Use the following frequently asked questions and answers to get started.

Theology is the study of religious beliefs, and Christian theology is the attempt to understand God and his Word. Exploring Christian beliefs and striving to understand God’s commands are the first steps toward applying them in life, and for reflecting upon significant religious questions.² Biblical foundations can refer to the principles of the Bible and how it can be interpreted for application to actual situations in modern life.

At GCU, we integrate the Christian worldview into all our academic programs. We encourage our students to live in a way that reflects our Christian beliefs and our commitment to ethical decision making.

A certificate in biblical foundations is designed to build on your previous knowledge of Christ and develop your understandings of biblical principles and foundations. You will explore the depths of the Old and New Testaments, biblical interpretations and the formation of Christian character. Upon earning your graduate certificate, you may be prepared to position yourself to lead others in their spiritual development and journeys.

A biblical studies certificate can be ideal for those who wish to examine foundational knowledge of Christ, the Bible and all its intricacies, and share that knowledge with others. If you’re looking to take the next step in your journey of understanding Christianity and your spiritual self, a certificate in biblical studies may be the right choice for you and your career aspirations.

Courses

Course List

Credit Summary

Major18 credits

Degree Requirements18 credits

Core Courses

UNV-505

2 Total Credits

BIB-501

4 Total Credits

BIB-502

4 Total Credits

BIB-650

4 Total Credits

MIN-526

4 Total Credits

GCU cannot and will not promise job placement, a job, graduate school placement, transfer of GCU program credits to another institution, promotion, salary, or salary increase. Please see the Career Services Policy in the University Policy Handbook.
Please note that this list may contain programs and courses not presently offered, as availability may vary depending on class size, enrollment and other contributing factors. If you are interested in a program or course listed herein please first contact your University Counselor for the most current information regarding availability.
Please refer to the Academic Catalog for more information. Programs or courses subject to change

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¹ Fleming, J., PhD. (2023, March 13). What Can You Do With a Theology Degree? 28 Potential Careers. Indeed. Retrieved Oct. 12, 2023.

² Christianity.com. (2023, Jan. 3). What is Theology? Definition, Importance, and Purpose. Christianity.com. Retrieved Oct. 12, 2023.

Graduate Certificate in Biblical Foundations

Graduate Certificate in Biblical Foundations

Further Your Spiritual Journey in Biblical Foundations

Graduate Certificate of Completion in Biblical Foundations

Benefits of GCU’s Certificate in Biblical Foundations

Earn Your Certificate in Biblical Studies Online

This Degree Is Offered Online

Biblical Foundations Course Topics

Career Paths With a Certificate in Biblical Foundations

Examine Biblical Foundations From an Institutionally Accredited University

Biblical Studies Certificate FAQs

Course List

Start Your Journey Today

Further Your Spiritual Journey in Biblical Foundations

Examine Biblical Foundations From an Institutionally Accredited University

Benefits of GCU’s Certificate in Biblical Foundations

Graduate Certificate of Completion in Biblical Foundations

Biblical Foundations Course Topics

Career Paths With a Certificate in Biblical Foundations

Start Your Journey Today

Course List

Biblical Studies Certificate FAQs