Religion, Christian Worship Concentration (BA)

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Federal CIP: 38.0201 Religion/Religious Studies

Learning Outcomes

The learning outcome objectives for those obtaining the BA in Religion are that students will:

demonstrate spiritual growth and accountability,
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Bible,
demonstrate knowledge of basic theological concepts,
be able to communicate God’s truth in order to make disciples, and
understand human development (physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual) and grow in the ability to minister in ways that are developmentally and contextually appropriate.

Ordination

Those preparing for ordination or other ministry credentialing in The Wesleyan Church should consult with their academic advisor to make sure they complete all of the academic requirements for those credentials.

Religion, BA Requirements with a Concentration in Christian Worship

Specified Core Curriculum

Students earning a bachelor’s degree must complete all Core Curriculum requirements. The following specific core curriculum course(s) is required.

BIBL 1053 Old Testament 3 credits
BIBL 1063 New Testament 3 credits
PSYC 2003 General Psychology 3 credits
RELG 3383 Theology for Ministry I 3 credits

Religion/Christian Worship Courses

Completion of major courses requires a minimum grade of C-.

BIBL 2373 Bible Study for Ministry 3 credits
Upper Division Bible Elective (BIBL 4433 Psalms and Wisdom Literature recommended) 3 credits
RELG 2703 Launching your Ministry 3 credits
RELG 3013 Missional Outreach in Ministry 3 credits
RELG 3393 Theology for Ministry II 3 credits
RELG 4203 The Ministry of Preaching 3 credits
RELG 4233 Ministry Caregiving 3 credits
RELG 4463 Theology of Holiness 3 credits
WORS 2013 The Technology of Worship 3 credits
WORS 3013 Foundations of Worship 3 credits
WORS 3423 Planning and Leading Worship 3 credits
WORS 4023 The Christian Year and Church Rituals 3 credits
WORS 4623 Worship Practicum 3 credits

Music Courses

Completion of major courses require a minimum grade of C-.

MUSC 1013 Freshman Theory I 3 credits
(MUSC 1002 Fundamentals of Music may be required for students assessed to be unprepared for entry into MUSC 1013 Freshman Theory I.)
MUSC 1023 Freshman Theory II 3 credits
MUSC 1061 Freshman Aural Fundamentals I 1 credit
MUSC 1071 Freshman Aural Fundamentals II 1 credit
Select one (1) credit hour from MUSC 1641 or MUSC 1691 Non-Major Applied Music I courses. 1 credit
Select two (2) credits (one credit each) for MUSC 15X1 - MUSC 1621 Ensemble I & II. 2 credits
MUSC 2013 Sophomore Theory I 3 credits
MUSC 2023 Sophomore Theory II 3 credits
MUSC 2061 Sophomore Aural Fundamentals I 1 credit
MUSC 3052 Basic Conducting 2 credits
MUSC 3093 Hymnology 3 credits
MUSC 3413 Worship Music in Today’s Church 3 credits

Electives

In addition to core curriculum (40-44 credit hours) and major course requirements, students must complete elective coursework appropriate to their degree. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required for most bachelor’s degrees, including elective coursework. Students are strongly encouraged to work with their advisor to identify courses that complement their program area.

Summary


Core Curriculum Requirements	40-44 hrs.

Major Requirements	65 hrs.

Electives	11-15 hrs.

	Total: 120 hrs.