About
The School of Biblical Studies (SBS) is a 9 month long program in which you read the Bible at least 5 times and study each one of the 66 books. You’ll be taught by people from all over the world, learn how to apply Biblical principles, and be trained to share what you have learned with others. The goal of SBS is not just for you to be rooted in God’s word and character, but to transform you and equip you to invite others into the kingdom of God.
This SBS is run by YWAM Nuremberg but will take place at different YWAM locations, including YWAM Herrnhut. The application and payment are both processed by YWAM Nuremberg.
what it is
There are not many programs like a SBS. It is a wild time where you live and do life as part of a community of people who are crazy about God and his Word. SBS students come from all over the world, from different cultures and Christian traditions and together go deeper into the Bible and discover God anew.
A School of Biblical Studies is an official program run by YWAM and has curriculum requirements. Here are the elements of the YWAM SBS program:
- classroom learning (9 hours per week)
- individual study (25 hours per week)
- intercession & worship
- small groups
- work duties
- local outreach
- one-to-one conversations, mentoring, coaching


how it looks
Discipleship is at the core of what we do. SBS is not just about knowing and living the Word of God, it is about the discipleship process we live alongside the Holy Spirit and the communities we’re part of. During SBS you’ll be part of small groups, one on one discipleship, worship, intercession, and ministry as a school and with the broader base community.
We don’t study the Bible for the sake of studying the Bible and being blessed ourselves. Our desire is to see others blessed and transformed as they discover the beauty and power of the Word of God. Therefore, we will partner with local churches and youth groups with the aim to see Gen Z and Gen Alpha grow in passion and understanding for the Bible.
Useful information
Dates: April 4, 2025 – January 23, 2026
Cost: 8100€ (2700€ per quarter, there are 3 quarters)*
Language: English
Requirements: Successful completion of a DTS (Discipleship Training School)
Locations: Nuremberg, Berlin, Herrnhut and Hainichen
This SBS isn’t limited to one YWAM base. You’ll get to explore different parts of Germany and connect with the wider YWAM community, all while building a biblical community across the nation.
*Click here for YWAM Nuremberg payment options