Undergraduate New Testament Backgrounds Certificate
Explore the backgrounds and culture of the New Testament.
This six-course certificate program provides the student with a rich perspective of the New Testament for a lifetime of effective exegetical, topical, pastoral, or devotional study. Upon completion, students will have a broad understanding of the New Testament’s Jewish foundations, historical and cultural background, and the context for application today.
Undergraduate New Testament Backgrounds Certificate Courses
Required Courses – 12 units
| JS 311 | Second Temple Judaism (prerequisites: GS 111) | 3 units |
| NT 301 | Introduction to the New Testament | 3 units |
| NT 309 | Backgrounds of the New Testament (prerequisite: NT 301) | 3 units |
| OT 301 | Introduction to the Old Testament | 3 units |
Elective Courses – 6 units
choose two of the following
| JS 301 | Exploring Jewish Prayer, Practices, and Thought (prerequisite: GS 110) | 3 units |
| JS 303 | Jewish Foundations of Christianity (prerequisite: OT 301) | 3 units |
| NT 310 | Formation of the New Testament (prerequisite: NT 301) | 3 units |
| NT 311 | The Early Church in Jerusalem (prerequisite: NT 301) | 3 units |
| NT 313 | Jewish Backgrounds of the Parables (prerequisite: OT 301) | 3 units |
| OT 302 | Historical Geography of Israel (prerequisites: GS 111) | 3 units |
Note: GS 110 and GS 111 (English Composition 1 & 2) must be completed at Shiloh University with a C or better or be satisfied by transfer credit.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate with an Undergraduate New Testament Backgrounds certificate the student will:
- Complete the minimum number of units required.
- Successfully complete all courses in the certificate program.
- Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
- Fulfill any outstanding school financial obligations.
Transfer Credits
Credits earned as part of this certificate program are credit-bearing and may be transferable to other institutions. The acceptance of transfer of Shiloh University academic credit at other institutions cannot be guaranteed. Transfer of credit earned is determined by the receiving institution.
If a certificate student chooses to later apply to a Shiloh University degree program, no more than 18 units can be transferred from University certificate programs to a degree program.
Degree Program Students
Students in the BA in Biblical and Pastoral Studies or BA in New Testament Studies may apply to earn 1 certificate while enrolled in a degree program, not more. Students in the Associate of Arts program may not earn a certificate.
