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BA in Christian Studies - Biblical/Theological Studies |
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| Course Title: |
BA in Christian Studies - Biblical/Theological Studies | |
Category: |
Arts & Humanities | |
Subject: |
Religion | |
| College: |
Grand Canyon University 
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| Course Description: |
Graduates of Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies will have an understanding of theology, philosophy and utilize biblical studies as the foundation, and Christian history as the framework, for communicating Christ to various audiences. Graduates will be able to employ leadership, communication, and organizational skills necessary for effective ministry in addition to spiritual formation and exegetical skills essential to Christian studies. Concentrations are available in: Christian Leadership Studies, Youth Ministry Biblical/Theological Studies, and Pastoral Ministry. |
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| Delivery Format: |
Online | |
| Course Level: |
Bachelor Degree | |
| Course Requirements: |
Applicants must have some college credits and be the minimum of 21 years old. | |
| Course Type: |
Online Degrees | |
Course Long Description: |
BA in Christian Studies - Biblical/Theological Studies (Grand Canyon University) Grand Canyon University's BA in Christian Studies - Biblical/Theological Studies program is ideal for those individuals who are looking for a college-level introduction to the Bible, basic Christian doctrines and theology, personal spiritual development, a brief overview of other world religions, and principles of leadership in churches and other Christian ministries. With the university's special emphasis on increasing the depth of these areas, students will gain a comprehensive study and exegetical skills, and learn how to be proficient in communicating to a broad range of audiences. The program is an excellent preparation for those individuals who are planning to attend graduate school or seminary and becoming a church pastor or a lay leader in their local church. The curriculum uses biblical studies as the foundation, and an understanding of theology, philosophy, and Christian history as the framework, for communicating Christ to various audiences. Besides spiritual formation and exegetical skills significant to Christian studies, students will be able to apply their acquired communication, leadership, and organizational skills in effectively serving the ministry. Students taking the bachelor’s program in Christian Studies are required to take General Education courses, required courses, and specific concentration courses. Required courses in Grand Canyon's BA in Christian Studies - Biblical/Theological Studies degree program include: • Christian Studies Core: - Introduction to Philosophy - Introduction to Ministry - The Gospels - Introduction to Logic - A Survey of Christian Education - Christian Doctrines - Biblical Interpretation - Cross-Cultural Communication - Introductions to Ethics - The Pentateuch - Spiritual Formation - Christian Leadership Theory and Praxis - Management for Ministry - The Epistles of Paul - Lifespan Development • Biblical/Theological Studies Emphasis: - History of Christianity in America - Christianity and Culture - General Epistle and the Revelation - Historical Theology - The Old Testament Prophets - Faith and Reason - World Religions - Contemporary Theology Furthering Education: Graduates of this concentration program can pursue further education such as the Master of Theology, Master of Religious Education, Master of Arts in Religion, and the Master of Arts in Christian Studies, and the like. Career Opportunities: Upon completion, graduates of Grand Canyon University's BA in Christian Studies - Biblical/Theological Studies degree program will be able to pursue careers within a ministry performing related responsibilities including spiritual formation. Possible careers students could pursue after graduation include: - Missionary - Church Administrator - Clergy Member Admission Requirements: Interested students should possess a high school diploma or GED. Work experience is an advantage to application. |
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