Southern California Seminary’s BABS program is designed to provide students with an accredited bachelor of art’s degree based on solid biblical education combined with practical ministry skills. Theology is emphasized, but balanced with real-world training in preaching, teaching, leadership, and missions.

The curriculum leading to the BABS degree is a 129-unit course of instruction designed to develop Christian character, a sound knowledge of the English Bible, and the skills appropriate for ministry in a local church, mission field, or other Christian ministry. By taking 12 units each trimester, the program can be completed in less than four years.

The purpose of the BABS program is achieved by enabling students to:

• Explain and summarize the Bible, including a comprehensive understanding of the major books;
• Defend a theological position based on a grammatical-historical hermeneutic and apply them to contemporary issues;
• Present an increasing likeness to Christ as manifested in love for God, love for others, and the fruit of the Spirit; and
• Become more involved in a local church, global missions, and/or other ministries with which they are associated by means of leadership and communication skills, evangelism, and Christian service.