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DIPLOMA oF BIBLICAL STUDIES (DBS)
The Diploma of Biblical Studies (DBS) is awarded to students completing two years of study with GLBC. This program is an excellent choice for candidates who wish to pursue avocational leadership in the church while continuing in their current profession. This opportunity allows students to develop indispensable skills and competencies that are valued by employers and that contribute to the flourishing of local communities and the local church.
CUSTOMIZE COURSES TO YOUR INTERESTS
Like the Certificate of Biblical Studies, candidates may select from current course offerings or our catalogue of archived courses to create a customized plan of study. The proportion of courses from each stream remains the same—40% Biblical, 40% Ministry and 20% Worldview—but allows candidates greater freedom to tailor curriculum to their specialized interests. Students will continue to require an additional two Ministry Experience courses to meet the DBS requirement of 64 credit hours.
If pursuing full-time study pace, the 24-course DBS may be completed in as little as 2 years. Taking fewer than sixteen credits per term will extend the duration of the program and we recommend a 3-4 year course of study for students who plan to work in tandem with their studies. Connect with us to discern the best pace for you (please email admissions@glbc.ca). See a sample Year 2 curriculum below.
SAMPLE CURRICULUM (Year 2)
| Third Term | 16 Credit Hours | Fourth Term | 16 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biblical Geography (B) | 3 Hours | Biblical Archaeology (B) | 3 Hours |
| Romans & Galatians (B) | 3 Hours | Psalms, Song of Solomon (B) | 3 Hours |
| Christian Education (M) | 3 Hours | Worship (M) | 3 Hours |
| Apologetics (M) | 3 Hours | Preaching and Teaching Scripture According to Its Biblical Genres (M) | 3 Hours |
| Old Testament World (W) | 3 Hours | New Testament World (W) | 3 Hours |
| Ministry Experience (M) | 1 Hour | Ministry Experience (M) | 1 Hour |
How Much Does It Cost?
- Our courses are very affordable—up to 20% of the tuition of comparable university programs.
- Course fees remain the same, no matter what year of study.
- If you have a demonstrated financial need, you may apply to the GLBC Bursary after enrollment.
- GLBC offers a number of institutional scholarships and awards which students are eligible for after one year of study.
How Do I Sign Up?
To apply for this course, please fill out the Credit Student Application
If you want to discuss more, please feel free to send us an email at: info@glbc.ca or give us a call at (226) 507-5452
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