RE 930: Advanced Biblical Research and Writing

• 4.00 Credit Hours

• Online

This course is an advanced study of the methods and techniques of biblical research and writing in preparation for the completion of a doctoral dissertation or project report. Focus is give to methodologies of advanced research and the process of writing a dissertation research paper. Students will learn how to identify and formulate a research question, conduct a literature review, evaluate sources and the proper format of a dissertation according to MLA formatting. On completing this course, students will be able to1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the history of biblical interpretation. 2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the use of specific criticisms in biblical studies such as textual, source, form and canonical. 3. Identify and formulate research questions and a thesis statement. 4. Conduct a literature review. 5. Evaluate sources. 5. Format and outline a dissertation according to MLA style.The conclusion of this course will be the submission of Chapters 1, 2 and 3 of the student's dissertation project.