Bachelor of Arts Degree
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biblical Studies Degree Program is an undergraduate degree which is designed to equip ministers and other Christian workers with the foundational skills and Biblical knowledge needed in effective Christian service in the various areas of their calling. The program is a balanced college level degree which can be the basis for future studies in a graduate degree program.
The BA degree program requires completion of a core of foundational general education and Biblical studies. Additionally, mandatory studies in education, evangelism, missions and computers act to achieve a well-rounded and practical skill level in ministry. The BA, as in all undergraduate and masters level programs, require the completion of PCM designated courses. Elective studies in major emphasis areas for ministry focus are available:
- Biblical Studies
- Christian Counseling
- Pastoral Ministries
- Theology
- Missions
- Christian Education
On Campus; e-Courses and External Studies
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree Program may be completed while residing anywhere in the world, without interruption of your present ministry responsibilities. The BA Degree Program may also be completed in the traditional classroom setting on the campus of CTU in Jacksonville, Florida. CTU’s latest innovation in education is our online e-couses.
Transfer Credit
Students who have attended other qualified colleges or seminaries may receive up to ninety four (94) semester hours transfer credit* toward a CTU BA degree for courses comparable in content and quality.
Prior Learning Experience Credit (PLE)
Students who have significant professional and/or ministry experience may secure semester hour credit* toward a CTU BA degree by satisfactorily completing up to 2 of the 3 prior learning experience opportunities after application acceptance, by CTU guidelines, and with advisor guidance.
Curriculum Design
Bachelor of Arts-124 Semester hours credit
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Undergraduate Workshop (MS101) |
3 |
| Bible/Theology Old Testament Survey New Testament Survey Hermeneutics Theology Survey I Theology Survey II Bible/Theology Electives |
27 3 3 3 3 3 12 |
| Professional Core Education Evangelism Missions Counseling |
12 3 3 3 3 |
|
Major General Electives Practical Christian Ministry |
27
15 4 |
| TOTAL: | 124 Credits |
| *NOTE: A maximum of ninety-four (94) semester credit is possible between transfer and PLE credit. Thirty semester hours credit must be taken directly with CTU in regular course work. |
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