BA Christian Studies - TUG

Gardner-Webb University's BA Christian Studies Program will enhance your ability to minister in local churches and agencies.

The Christian Studies major prepares students for ministry careers through the study of the Christian scriptures, engagement with Christian traditions, the sharpening of students’ minds, and experiences in Christian ministry. In small-class settings with an opportunity to work closely with their professors, Christian Studies majors learn foundational material in the study of the Bible, theology, philosophy, Christian history, and spiritual formation. Through connections with area churches, students gain practical ministry experience through internships and immersive ministry settings. Christian Studies majors choose one of five concentrations: Discipleship Studies, Youth Discipleship Studies, Biblical Studies, Missiology, and Philosophy & Theology. Christian Studies majors will graduate with the preparation and experience necessary to enter ministry careers and to pursue graduate-level ministry education. The BA Christian Studies program is a 4-year, on-campus program, completed over 8 semesters. You will earn your degree following the successful completion of 120 credit hours.

This degree plan is an example of student progression through the program. Academic departments reserve the right to alter the term in which a course is offered.

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As a student in this program, you'll have opportunities to:

• Take classes in foundational areas like spiritual formation, theology, and the Bible.
• Specialize in an area of ministry you are passionate about.
• Lead in ministry activities on campus, in area churches, and abroad.
• Gain unique skills that will be valuable for an array of careers, including youth or children's pastor, senior pastor, missionary, and social service ministry.