MAKE A STRONG CASE FOR YOUR FAITH
Dive into Christian Apologetics
Welcome to the Biola University Certificate in Christian Apologetics! These courses are designed to equip you to make a strong case for your faith by introducing you to the field of apologetics.
Our self-paced, fully online platform contains three in-depth courses featuring video lectures from top global apologists in their respective fields of specialty. Each video lecture is accompanied by a downloadable notes page to help you retain the concepts and a short quiz to test you on what you have heard from the convenience of your home. Students who complete all three courses successfully earn a Certificate of Study in Christian Apologetics.
Learn about topics such as:
The Absurdity of Life without God with William Lane Craig
Arguments for the Existence of God with JP Moreland
The Historical Reliability of the Gospels with Sean McDowell
Engaging Hindus with the Gospel with Rahil Patel
Learning from Pre-Enlightenment Apologists with Danny Slavich
Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlin
...And more!
Enroll in the Certificate and start LEARNing!
12hr
Christian Apologetics Certificate – Course 1
14hr
Christian Apologetics Certificate – Course 2
10.5hr
Christian Apologetics Certificate – Course 3
Earn your Certificate of Completion
Complete all of the courses and unlock your certificate of completion
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long will it take to complete the Certificate Program?
The Certificate Program is completely self-paced, so completion time varies by student. Each lecture is approximately 1-2 hours. The program consists of three modules, which each consist of the following: • 8 lectures per module • 6 questions per lecture • Lecture notes outline Depending on the amount of time students dedicate to the Certificate Program per week, they can take anywhere from one month to one year or longer to complete it. The good news is there’s no time limit or expiration date so you can go as fast or slow as you would like!
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Will I be able to interact with the professor(s) during the courses?
The Certificate Program is asynchronous and uses pre-recorded lectures to make for an independent learning experience that offers flexibility to all of our students. There are no professors facilitating the course, but if you need support or have questions, you can always reach out to [email protected].
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Will I receive a transcript for completing the Certificate Program?
Please note that because this is not a transcripted program, no transcript will be issued after completion of these modules.
About the Course Authors
Chris Brooks
Chris Brooks is the Pastor of Woodside Bible Church near Detroit. He holds degrees from Michigan State University and Biola University and is currently pursuing a doctorate. He hosts a national radio program, “Equipped with Chris Brooks,” and speaks widely on issues of faith, culture, and apologetics.
Emeritus Research Professor of Philosophy, Talbot School of Theology William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig is a visiting scholar and Emeritus Research Professor at Biola University. He holds two Master’s degrees and two doctorates. Having written over thirty books and spoken and debated all around the world, he is widely respected as one of the foremost Christian apologists of his generation.
Professor of Apologetics, Talbot School of Theology Sean McDowell
Sean McDowell is an Associate Professor of Christian Apologetics at Biola University in the Talbot School of Theology. He earned M.A. degrees from Talbot in both philosophy and theology, and his Ph.D. from Southern Seminary in Apologetics and Worldview Studies. He has authored many books and articles, and he hosts a podcast and YouTube channel with episodes that have been viewed nearly 50 millions times.
Rebecca McLaughlin
Rebecca McLaughlin is an apologist and author of Confronting Christianity, Christianity Today’s 2019 Book of the Year. Rebecca has a theology degree from Oak Hill College in London and a Ph.D. in English literature from the University of Cambridge. She moved from the UK to the US in 2008, where she served for nine years with The Veritas Forum.
Distinguished Professor of Philosophy J.P. Moreland
J.P. Moreland is Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Biola University in the Talbot School of Theology. He has degrees in chemistry, theology, and philosophy, and Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Southern California. He has authored many books and articles, and he was selected in August 2016 by The Best Schools as one of the 50 most influential living philosophers in the world.
Greg Koukl
Greg Koukl is the founder and President of the apologetics ministry, Stand to Reason. He has two Master’s degrees, one an M.A. from Talbot School of Theology, where he also serves as an adjunct professor in apologetics. He has published seven books in the area of Christian apologetics.
About the Provider
Talbot School of Theology |
Biola University
Talbot School of Theology is a theologically conservative, evangelical seminary in Southern California near Los Angeles. With over a 60-year heritage of biblical fidelity, the seminary couples solid evangelical scholarship with spiritual formation to prepare students for a lifetime of relevant, effective ministry. The seminary's master's degree programs and doctoral degree programs are led by a faculty of nationally renowned, widely-published, and actively engaged ministry leaders.
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