Christian Studies, Bachelor of Arts
| REQUIRED MAJOR HOURS |
50 |
| REQUIRED MINOR HOURS |
NONE |
| TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS |
50 |
PRESCRIBED COURSES ATTAINABLE IN GEN ED: RELI 245, RELI 354
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The Christian Studies major will prepare students for careers in service to God and humanity through the study of the Christian scriptures, engagement with Christian traditions, the sharpening of students’ minds, and experiences in Christian ministry.
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will demonstrate:
1. Basic knowledge in the four core areas of philosophy, theology, Christian history, and spiritual formation;
2. Evidence of understanding the key ideas of the student’s chosen concentration, one of the following: Biblical Studies, Discipleship Studies, Youth Discipleship Studies, Missiology, or Philosophy & Theology;
3. The ability to do research and critical analysis in religious studies and philosophy;
4. The ability to give clear, substantive oral and written reports in religious studies and philosophy.
Program Requirements
Required Major Hours (17 hours)
Practicum Internship (Choose one; 3 hours)
Concentration (24 hours)
Students choose one of the following five concentrations (requirements given below):
Biblical Studies
Discipleship Studies
Missiology
Philosophy and Theology
Youth Discipleship Studies
Department Electives (Choose two; 6 hours)
Choose two courses from the upper-level departmental options.
Total Credit Hours: 50
Concentration in Biblical Studies
The concentration in Biblical Studies will provide students with a deeper understanding of the Old and New Testaments. Students will also study Greek and Hebrew and the contexts in which the biblical text was shaped.
Biblical Studies/Old Testament (Choose two; 6 hours)
Biblical Studies/New Testament (Choose two; 6 hours)
Language Requirement (9 hours)
Either
GREK 101 or
HEBR 101 is to be taken as a part of the General Education requirements.
Biblical Studies/Judaism (Choose one; 3 hours)
Any course listed under Biblical Studies/Old Testament or Biblical Studies/New Testament
Concentration in Discipleship Studies
The concentration in Discipleship Studies will give students an understanding of the basic principles of Christian discipleship among various age groups. The student will learn about leadership and administration principles for effective discipleship processes.
Biblical Studies/Old Testament (Choose one; 3 hours)
Biblical Studies/New Testament (Choose one; 3 hours)
Discipleship Required Courses (6 hours)
| RELI 370 | History and Philosophy of Religious Education | 3 |
| RELI 373 | Church Leadership | 3 |
Discipleship Electives (Choose three; 9 hours)
Psychology (3 hours)
Concentration in Missiology
The major in Missiology provides an opportunity to explore the field of Christian Mission. The biblical, historical, and practical foundation for Missiology will enable students to discover how they might interact effectively with people from a variety of cultural and religious backgrounds.
Missiology (Choose four; 12 hours)
World Religions (Choose two; 6 hours)
Biblical Studies (Choose one; 3 hours)
Discipleship Studies (Choose one; 3 hours)
Concentration in Philosophical and Theological Studies
The concentration in Philosophical and Theological Studies will help the student identify and develop, within the context of a supportive Christian academic community, the analytical abilities for critical and creative scholarship and for meaningful living. Students will explore the works of significant thinkers in the fields of philosophy and theology as they clarify and support their own views and beliefs.
Biblical Studies (Choose one; 3 hours)
World Religions (Choose two; 6 hours)
Christian History (Choose one; 3 hours)
Philosophy/Ethics (Choose three; 9 hours)
Theological Studies (Choose one; 3 hours)
Concentration in Youth Discipleship Studies
The concentration in Youth Discipleship Studies will provide the student with an understanding of the basic principles of youth discipleship in a Christian context. The student will learn how to develop leadership and administration skills necessary for effective youth discipleship.
Biblical Studies/Old Testament (Choose one; 3 hours)
Biblical Studies/New Testament (Choose one; 3 hours)
Discipleship Required Courses (12 hours)
Discipleship Elective (Choose one; 3 hours)
Psychology (Choose one; 3 hours)
Additional Requirements for Transfer Majors
All students transferring under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement must complete RELI 245 and RELI 354.
Second Major
A student for whom Christian Studies is not the student’s only major shall meet all requirements of the major except for the hours designated as departmental electives. The total hour requirement is 44 hours.