BJU Seminary offers courses in multiple formats at schedules to make your degree more affordable and accessible.
All course offerings below are real-time, synchronous classes with several different scheduling options. You may attend these classes in-person at our campus in Greenville, South Carolina, or through interactive livestream from any place in the world.
Each course option is represented as a specific section in Student Central. For example, SCH 601-10 indicates you wish to take the course in-person, and SCH 601-50 indicates you want to take the course via interactive livestream from your location. Please consult the legend to understand how to register for your chosen format/modality.
Please refer to our internship page for a complete list of internships offered each semester.
For a separate listing of asynchronous, pre-recorded online classes that don’t meet at a specific time, visit our pre-recorded online offerings.
As you look at the course options below, please feel free to contact us with any questions at [email protected].
| Course Options as Sections in Student Central |
| Section 10: Residence |
| Section 12: Residence flex |
| Section 14: Residence module |
| Section 30: Off-site |
| Section 50: Livestream |
| Section 52: Livestream flex |
| Section 54: Livestream module |
| Section 90: Online (entire semester) |
| Section 91: Online (session A) |
| Section 92: Online (session B) |
Summer 2025
Independent Study/Practicum
| Class | Section | Cred |
|---|---|---|
| Sex Abuse Prevention & Response Training ($40 fee) | SCM 610-30 | 0 |
| Biblical Counseling Practicum I | SCM 640-30 | 3 |
| Cross-Cultural Internship | SCM 673-30 | 3 |
| Biblical Counseling Practicum II | SCM 695-30 | 3 |
| Pastoral Ministry Internship | SCM 709-30 | 3 |
| Worship Ministry Internship | SCM 710-30 | 3 |
| Church Ministry Internship/Integration Project | SCM 790-30 | 3 |
Advanced Module
| Class | Res. Section | Live. Section | Day/Time | Rm | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Problems of NT Interpretation | SNT 935-14 | SNT 935-54 | In-class: June 23-27 | 211 | Hand | 4 |
| Counseling Ministry in the Church | SPM 850-14 | SPM 850-54 | In-class: June 23-27 | 213 | Scott | 4 |
| Counseling Contemporary Issues | SPM 859-14 | SPM 859-54 | In-class: June 23-27 | 214 | Carson | 4 |
| Contemporary Theology | STh 901-14 | STh 901-54 | In-class: June 23-27 | 212 | Talbert | 4 |
Online
| Class | Online Sect. | Days | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pastoral Theology | SCM 607-92 | June 30-Aug. 16 | Stiekes | 3 |
| Counseling Children & Adolescents | SCM 630-91 | May 12-June 28 | Cathers | 3 |
| Foundations of Biblical Counseling | SCM 632-91 | May 12-June 28 | Newcomer | 3 |
| Counseling Issues | SCM 633-92 | June 30-Aug. 16 | Johnson | 3 |
| Marriage & Family Counseling | SCM 637-92 | June 30-Aug. 16 | Newcomer | 3 |
| Principles & Methods of Teaching Bible | SHM 635-92 | June 30-Aug. 16 | Hand | 2 |
| Methods of Greek Exegesis | SNT 622-91 | May 12-Aug. 16 | Hand | 3 |
| New Testament Introduction | SNT 681-92 | June 30-Aug. 16 | Stiekes | 3 |
| Advanced Systematic Theology | STh 701-91 | May 12-June 28 | Stiekes | 3 |
| Biblical Sanctification | STh 703-91 | May 12-June 28 | Hand | 3 |
| New Testament Theology | STh 750-91 | May 12-June 28 | Talbert | 3 |
Fall 2025
Residence/Livestream
| Class | Res. Section | Live. Section | Day/Time | Rm | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church History | SCH 601-10 | SCH 601-50 | T/Th 9:30-10:45am | 213 | Cook | 3 |
| Philosophy & Practice of Church Ministry | SCM 601-10 | SCM 601-50 | T/TH 12:00-1:15pm | 213 | Gotcher | 3 |
| Counseling Children & Adolescents | SCM 630-10 | SCM 630-50 | M/W/F 9:00-9:50am | 214 | Cruice | 3 |
| Theories of Counseling | SCM 631-10 | SCM 631-50 | T/TH 8:00-9:15am | 113 | Mazak | 3 |
| Marriage & Family Counseling | SCM 637-10 | SCM 637-50 | T/Th 9:30-10:45am | 113 | Scott | 3 |
| Biblical Strategy of Missions | SCM 777-10 | SCM 777-50 | M/W/F 9:00-9:50am | 213 | Cushman | 3 |
| Expository Sermon Preparation | SHM 634-10 | SHM 634-50 | T/Th 10:00-10:50am | 212 | Reimers | 2 |
| Methods of Greek Exegesis | SNT 622-10 | SNT 622-50 | M/W/F 10:00-10:50am | 212 | Cushman | 3 |
| Elementary Hebrew I | SOT 601-10 | SOT 601-50 | M/W/F 10:00-10:50pm | 213 | Casillas | 3 |
| Survey of the Old Testament | SOT 620-10 | SOT 620-50 | T/Th 8:00-8:50am | 213 | Casillas | 2 |
| Old Testament Introduction | SOT 681-10 | SOT 681-50 | T/TH 9:30-10:45am | 214 | Casillas | 3 |
| Methods of Hebrew Exegesis | SOT 703-10 | SOT 703-50 | M/W/F 12:00-12:50pm | 213 | Casillas | 3 |
| Systematic Theology | STh 601-10 | STh 601-50 | M/W/F 1:00-1:50pm | 113 | Gotcher | 3 |
| Biblical Hermeneutics | STh 635-10 | STh 635-50 | M/W/F 8:00-8:50am | 214 | Hand | 3 |
| Advanced Systematic Theology | STh 701-10 | STh 701-50 | M/W/F 1:00-1:50pm | 213 | Talbert | 3 |
| New Testament Theology | STh 750-10 | STh 750-50 | M/W/F 10:00-10:50am | 214 | Talbert | 3 |
| Quran & Hadith | STh 775-10 | STh 775-50 | M/W/F 10:00-10:50am | 211 | Cushman | 3 |
Evening Flex
| Class | Res. Section | Live. Section | Day/Time | Rm | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundations of Biblical Counseling | SCM 632-12 | SCM 632-52 | Th 3:00-4:50pm | 214 | Mazak | 3 |
| Counseling Issues | SCM 633-12 | SCM 633-52 | Th 6:00-7:50pm | 214 | Cruice | 3 |
| Biblical Sanctification | STh 703-12 | STh 703-52 | M 3:00-4:50pm | 214 | Meyer | 3 |
| Miracles & the Resurrection | STh 755-12 | STh 755-52 | M 2:00-3:50pm | 213 | Hand | 3 |
Independent Study/Practicum
| Class | Section | Cred |
|---|---|---|
| Sex Abuse Prev & Response Training | SCM 610-30 | 1 |
| Biblical Counseling Practicum I | SCM 640-30 | 3 |
| Cross-Cultural Internship | SCM 673-30 | 3 |
| Biblical Counseling Practicum II | SCM 695-30 | 3 |
| Pastoral Ministry Internship | SCM 709-30 | 3 |
| Worship Ministry Internship | SCM 710-30 | 3 |
| Church Ministry Internship & Integration | SCM 790-30 | 3 |
| Foundations for Greek Exegesis | SNT 621-30 | 3 |
| Readings in NT Studies | SNT 889-30 | 3 |
| Research and Writing Seminar | SPM 891-30 | 2 |
| Introduction to Seminary Research & Writing | STh 692-30 | 1 |
| ThM Thesis | STh 860-30 | 4 |
Advanced Module
| Class | Res. Section | Live. Section | Day/Time | Rm | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exposition of John’s Gospel & Epistles | SNT 612-14 | SNT 612-54 | Course: Aug. 25-Dec. 18 In-Class: Oct. 13-17 | 213 | Köstenberger | 3 |
| Advanced OT Theology | SOT 955-14 | SOT 955-54 | Course: Aug. 25-Dec. 18 In-Class: Oct. 13-17 | 212 | Talbert | 4 |
| Contemporary Issues in Christian Ministry | SPM 840-14 | SPM 840-54 | Course: Aug. 25-Dec. 18 In-Class: Oct. 13-17 | 214 | Various | 4 |
| Advanced Theological Method | STh 850-14 | STh 850-54 | Course: Aug. 25-Dec. 18 In-Class: Oct. 13-17 | 211 | Stallard | 4 |
Online
| Class | Online Sect. | Days | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundations of Biblical Counseling | SCM 632-91 | Aug. 29-Oct. 18 | Newcomer | 3 |
| Marriage & Family Counseling | SCM 637-92 | Oct. 17-Dec. 13 | Newcomer | 3 |
| Addiction Issues in Counseling | SCM 638-91 | Aug. 29-Oct. 18 | Berg | 3 |
| Survey of the New Testament | SNT 620-92 | Oct. 17-Dec. 13 | Hughes | 2 |
| Exegesis of Paul’s Epistles | SNT 703-91 | Aug. 29-Oct. 18 | Hand | 3 |
| Exposition of the OT Wisdom Books | SOT 616-92 | Oct. 17-Dec. 13 | Talbert | 3 |
| Systematic Theology | STh 602-92 | Oct. 17-Dec. 13 | Hand | 3 |
| Biblical Hermeneutics | STh 635-91 | Aug. 29-Oct. 18 | Hand | 3 |
Spring 2026
Residence/Livestream
| Class | Res. Section | Live. Section | Day/Time | Rm | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church History | SCH 602-10 | SCH 602-50 | T/Th 9:30-10:45am | 213 | Cook | 3 |
| Church Music The Protestant Tradition | SCM 602-10 | SCM 602-50 | M/W/F 2:00-2:50pm | 213 | Coleman | 3 |
| Theological Issues in Church Ministry | SCM 607-10 | SCM 607-50 | T/Th 8:00-9:15am | 212 | Gotcher | 3 |
| Foundations of Biblical Counseling | SCM 632-10 | SCM 632-50 | T/Th 8:00-9:15am | 113 | Mazak | 3 |
| Advanced Counseling Issues | SCM 635-10 | SCM 635-50 | M/W/F 9:00-9:50am | 214 | Meyer | 3 |
| Marriage & Family Counseling | SCM 637-10 | SCM 637-50 | T/Th 9:30-10:45am | 214 | Scott | 3 |
| Expository Sermon Preparation | SHM 634-10 | SHM 634-50 | T/Th 10:00-10:50am | 212 | Reimers | 2 |
| Homiletics | SHM 726-10 | SHM 726-50 | T/Th 2:30-3:45pm | 213 | Stiekes | 3 |
| Methods of Greek Exegesis | SNT 622-10 | SNT 622-50 | M/W/F 10:00-10:50am | 213 | Cushman | 3 |
| New Testament Introduction | SNT 681-10 | SNT 681-50 | T/Th 1:00-2:15pm | 213 | Stiekes | 3 |
| Exegesis of John’s Writings | SNT 711-10 | SNT 711-50 | M/W/F 10:00-10:50am | 212 | Hand | 3 |
| Elementary Hebrew II | SOT 602-10 | SOT 602-50 | M/W/F 12:00-12:50pm | 214 | Casillas | 3 |
| Systematic Theology | STh 602-10 | STh 602-50 | M/W/F 9:00-9:50am | 113 | Gotcher | 3 |
| Biblical Sanctification | STh 703-10 | STh 703-50 | T/Th 1:00-2:15pm | 214 | Meyer | 3 |
| Old Testament Theology | STh 740-10 | STh 740-50 | M/W/F 10:00-10:50am | 214 | Casillas | 3 |
| History & Theology of Religions | STh 763-10 | STh 763-50 | M/W/F 9:00-9:50am | 212 | Talbert | 3 |
| Theology & Practice of Prayer | STh 776-10 | STh 776-50 | M/W 1:00-1:50pm | 213 | Talbert | 2 |
Evening Flex
| Class | Res. Section | Live. Section | Day/Time | Rm | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counseling Issues | SCM 633-12 | SCM 633-52 | Th 6:00-7:50pm | 214 | Cruice | 3 |
| Survey of the New Testament | SNT 620-12 | SNT 620-52 | M 2:00-3:50pm | 214 | Hand | 3 |
| Exposition of the Historical Books of the OT | SOT 613-12 | SOT 613-52 | M 3:00-4:50pm | 212 | Talbert | 3 |
| Biblical Hermeneutics | STh 635-12 | STh 635-52 | M 6:00-7:50pm | 214 | Hand | 3 |
Independent Study/Practicum
| Class | Section | Cred |
|---|---|---|
| Sex Abuse Prev & Response Training | SCM 610-30 | 0 |
| Biblical Counseling Practicum I | SCM 640-30 | 3 |
| Cross-Cultural Internship | SCM 673-30 | 3 |
| Biblical Counseling Practicum II | SCM 695-30 | 3 |
| Pastoral Ministry Internship | SCM 709-30 | 3 |
| Worship Ministry Internship | SCM 710-30 | 3 |
| Church Ministry Internship | SCM 790-30 | 4 |
| Research and Writing Seminar | SPM 891-30 | 2 |
| Introduction to the Seminary Research & Writing | STh 692-30 | 1 |
| Theological Research & Writing | STh 805-30 | 2 |
Advanced Module
| Class | Res. Section | Live. Section | Day/Time | Rm | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Greek Grammar | SNT 905-14 | SNT 905-54 | Course: Jan. 14-May 7 In-Class: March 9-13 | 213 | Leedy | 4 |
| Biblical Ministry to Trauma Sufferers | SPM 857-14 | SPM 857-54 | Course: Jan. 14-May 7 In-Class: March 9-13 | 214 | Scott | 4 |
| A Disciple-Making Pastor/Church | SPM 879-14 | SPM 879-54 | Course: Jan. 14-May 7 In-Class: March 9-13 | 212 | Gotcher/Potter | 4 |
| Topics in Historical Theology | STh 875-14 | STh 875-54 | Course: Jan. 14-May 7 In-Class: March 9-13 | 211 | Sidwell | 4 |
Online
| Class | Online Sect. | Days | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theories of Counseling | SCM 631-92 | March 6-May 2 | TBD | 3 |
| Foundations of Biblical Counseling | SCM 632-91 | Jan. 16-March 7 | Newcomer | 3 |
| Counseling Issues | SCM 633-92 | March 6-May 2 | TBD | 3 |
| Advanced Counseling Issues | SCM 635-91 | Jan. 16-March 7 | Berg | 3 |
| Biblical Theology of Missions | SCM 675-91 | Jan. 16-March 7 | TBD | 3 |
| Exposition of Romans | SNT 614-92 | March 6-May 7 | Hand | 3 |
| Survey of the Old Testament | SOT 620-92 | March 6-May 2 | West | 2 |
| Systematic Theology | STh 601-91 | Jan. 16-March 7 | Hand | 3 |
| Application of Scripture | STh 630-92 | March 6-May 2 | Casillas | 2 |
| NT Theology | STh 750-91 | Jan. 16-March 7 | Talbert | 3 |
Summer 2026
Independent Study/Practicum
| Class | Section | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biblical Counseling Practicum I | SCM 640-30 | Meyer | 3 |
| Cross-Cultural Internship | SCM 673-30 | Johnson | 3 |
| Biblical Counseling Practicum II | SCM 695-30 | Meyer | 3 |
| Pastoral Ministry Internship | SCM 709-30 | Johnson | 3 |
| Worship Ministry Internship | SCM 710-30 | Johnson | 3 |
| Church Ministry Internship/Integration Project | SCM 790-30 | Johnson | 3 (4) |
| Research & Writing Seminary | SPM 891-30 | Gotcher | 3 |
Advanced Module
| Class | Res. Section | Live. Section | Day/Time | Rm | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Testament Backgrounds | SNT 850-14 | SNT 850-54 | Various Zoom Meetings | 113 | Köstenberger | 4 |
| Biblical Ministry to the Addicted | SPM 851-14 | SPM 851-54 | In-class: June 22-26 | 214 | Berg | 4 |
| Challenging Texts in Expository Preaching | SPM 859-14 | SPM 859-54 | In-class: June 22-26 | 213 | McGonigal | 4 |
| Issues in Biblical Ethics | STh 882-14 | STh 882-54 | In-class: June 22-26 | 211 | Hand | 4 |
Online
| Class | Online Sect. | Days | Prof | Cred |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counseling Children & Adolescents | SCM 630-91 | May 11-June 27 | Cathers/Johnson | 3 |
| Foundations of Biblical Counseling | SCM 632-91 | May 11-June 27 | Newcomer | 3 |
| Counseling Issues | SCM 633-92 | June 29-Aug. 15 | Marshall | 3 |
| Marriage & Family Counseling | SCM 637-92 | June 29-Aug. 15 | Newcomer | 3 |
| Expository Sermon Preparation | SHM 634-91 | May 11-June 27 | Hand | 2 |
| Exposition of Isaiah | SOT 617-92 | June 29-Aug. 15 | Casillas | 3 |
| Old Testament Introduction | SOT 681-91 | May 11-June 27 | Casillas | 3 |
| Biblical Sanctification | STh 703-91 | May 11-June 27 | Hand | 3 |
| Old Testament Theology | STh 740-92 | June 29-Aug. 15 | Casillas | 3 |
| Theology & Practice of Prayer | STh 776-92 | June 29-Aug. 15 | Talbert | 2 |