Courses

Independent Baptist Seminary offers undergraduate Bible certificates, associate’s, theology, and bachelor’s degrees. It also offers graduate degrees, master’s, and doctoral. The seminary is a ministry of Capitol Baptist Church. Classes are offered at Capitol in Dover, DE, in modules held at Capitol and other churches in various regions around America, remotely via online or correspondence. The goal of IBS is to equip those desiring to study God’s Word with the tools necessary to use what they have learned for the work of the Lord.


We design each program to suggest a curriculum that we believe will fit your needs. We also consider each student’s learning and ministry goals. We strive to custom design the structure of each student’s degree with their needs and ministry desires in mind.  


Bible and Theology Certificate

 

This Certificate provides a foundational education in Bible. Classes are college level and can be used towards the diploma or continuing education degrees. This course is complete correspondence, so that it can be done anywhere in the world. It is designed to equip a believer with sound doctrine and Bible knowledge to biblically answer questions, further your Gospel witness, and minister within your church.

Required credit hours: 30 core curriculum 



Associate Degree in Biblical Studies

 

The associate degree provides a degree heavy in biblical and theological studies. This program can be completed remotely and at your own pace from anywhere in the world. It is an excellent way to begin your Bible college education. This degree can be used as a foundation for a bachelor’s degree. 

Required credit hours: 64 (core curriculum – 62, graduation workshop - 2)


Theology Degree


The theology degree is a three-year program focusing solely on Bible classes. This degree offers no core educational classes such as English or Math. This program will significantly benefit Ministry workers with bachelor’s degrees in non-Bible courses. Most all types can be taken remotely. However, if you are working towards this degree, you will benefit greatly by attending the quarterly modules. Benefits include timely completion of your course, relevant teaching times with others in ministry, and a more personal touch.

Required credit hours: 90 (core curriculum – 88, graduation workshop – 2)


Bachelor Degree


The four-year bachelor’s degree is an excellent start to launching your full-time ministry. Classes can be taken remotely or in person at Capitol Baptist Church. We offer general Bible, pastoral, and education classes for history, government, and education via correspondence or online. English must be taken in person or transferred. A 6-week internship at a like-minded Independent Baptist Church is also required for a bachelor’s degree from Independent Baptist Seminary.

Required credit hours: 120 (core curriculum hours - 112, internship – 6, graduation workshop – 2)



Master degree


The master’s degree provides specialized education at a higher level than the traditional college curriculum. We offer three master’s degrees specializing in Bible, theology, or ministry. 

 

Independent Baptist Seminary customizes graduate programs based on your needs and circumstances. We will suggest courses based on your academic and practical goals and desires. Our graduate programs allow you to earn a master’s degree while continuing in your current profession and ministry.


Required credit hours: 36 (core curriculum hours - 28, theses - 6, graduation workshop - 2)

   

Doctoral Degree

 

The doctoral degree provides the highest level of specialized education. Some postgraduate degrees emphasize ministry and practice, while others emphasize academics and research. All our doctoral programs can be completed at your own pace from anywhere in the world.

 

We offer the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biblical studies, pastoral ministry, and religious education. The Seminary also offers the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) to those who have finished a Master of Bible with a minimum of 5 years of full-time ministry work, an M.Div. or a Ph.D. 


Independent Baptist Seminary customizes graduate programs based on your needs and circumstances. We will suggest courses based on your academic and practical goals and desires. Our graduate programs allow you to earn a master’s degree while continuing in your current profession and ministry.

 

Doctoral degrees from the Seminary


Doctor of Philosophy 


Required credit hours: 60 (core curriculum - 42, dissertation - 15, graduation workshop - 3)


Doctor of Ministry


(must have acquired a Master’s in Bible plus a minimum of 5 years in full-time ministry or an M.Div. or a Ph.D.) 

Required credit hours: 30 (core curriculum - 18, dissertation - 9, graduation workshop - 3)

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