Program Snapshot
| 15 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Years to Complete |
Prepare to Bring God’s Word to the Nations
The Introduction to Bible Translation minor equips students with the foundational linguistic skills needed to support Bible translation work around the world. Through coursework in linguistics and applied language learning, students are prepared to help make Scripture accessible to those who have never heard the gospel in their own language. Taught by faculty committed to the Great Commission, this specialized minor prepares future translators, missionaries, and ministry leaders for strategic work in global missions. Students interested in Bible translation should select the Global Studies major and add this targeted minor to their studies.
Preparation to live and work inter-culturally in both national and international settings.
Course Information
| Course Number | Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EN 262 | Introduction to Linguistics1 | 3 |
| LN 231 | Greek I or | 3 |
| LN 321 | Hebrew I | |
| LN 232 | Greek II or | 3 |
| LN 322 | Hebrew II | |
| LN 362 | Introduction to Translation Theory | 3 |
| LN 363 | Topics in Semantics and Pragmatics | 3 |
| Total | 15 | |
Total Introduction to Bible Translation (Minor): 15
1 Field experience is not required in order to take EN 262 within this minor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Graduates will be prepared for ministry particularly focused in a global setting. Students who have graduated from this program have gone on to serve the International Mission Board and North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. In addition, this program has equipped students with the skills necessary to effectively serve in a variety of international contexts.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of the Bible, interpret Scripture’s original meaning, and apply Scripture to contemporary situations.
- Students will be able to integrate systematic and historic theology into a larger biblical framework.
- Students will be able to understand the history and practice of Christian Missions in a North American and global context.
- Students will be able to apply classroom studies in Christian missions through participation in supervised ministry/church planting service or missions service.