5.1 Preparing for Comprehensive Examinations
The qualifying exams affirm a doctoral level knowledge of six major areas of biblical studies that are covered in the following courses: BIB903 OT Backgrounds, BIB904 NT Backgrounds, BIB905 OT Exegesis, BIB906 NT Exegesis, BIB909 OT Hermeneutics & Theology, and BIB910 NT Hermeneutics & Theology. The qualifying exams consist of questions derived directly from the material covered in these courses. These exams may be taken only after the completion of all course work and program competencies.
Further details on the structure of the qualifying exams will be presented in BIB914 Qualifying Exam Preparation.
Qualifying exams are taken within twelve months following the successful completion of all course work. Any exceptions will be made at the discretion of the Program Director.