Diploma in Biblical Studies (DBS)
Credit Hours
Years
The Diploma in Biblical Studies (DBS) is designed for students who do not intend to continue on to a degree program. Students planning to work toward a degree should pursue the Associate or Bachelor programs as listed in this Catalog. Students who complete the DBS and then later decide to continue on to an undergraduate degree may do so by transferring in the required General Education credits and open electives. Ministry electives may also be completed at Grace. DBS credits completed will transfer into the undergraduate degree programs.
Required Courses
Foundational Core
Bible Exposition
Systematic Theology
Ministry Skills
Diploma in Biblical Studies (DBS) Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the DBS Program, you will be able to:
- Express a general knowledge of the books of the Bible, including key individuals, major events, and historical settings.
- Articulate a synthesis of every major category of systematic theology.
- Understand and articulate the grace principles of progressive sanctification in life and ministry.
GRACE IN ACTION
From transforming inner-city communities in Houston, Texas, to planting churches in the mountains of Nepal, Grace School of Theology students and alumni are creating ripples of grace in over forty nations, teaching and living out the love of Christ, a love that cannot be earned and cannot be lost.

Stephanie Sayson
Master of Ministry (MM)
Empowered by Grace to Make Disciples of Jesus

Erwin Amador
Doctor of Ministry (DMin)
Leaders are Learners

Roland Wade Peete
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS)
Being Prepared to Fulfill God’s Calling in the Ministry


