Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies
Program Coordinator: Dr. Gregory Wilton
Major Overview
The Christian Studies major provides students with the opportunity to explore 3 interdisciplinary areas of Christian ministry and studies. The 48-hour major involves selecting 3 minors that are offered at Leavell College in addition to the capstone course Senior Seminar. Students earning this major position themselves well for a smooth transition into various NOBTS graduate programs.
Program Requirements
General Education Core (30 hours)
COURSE | HOURS |
College Readiness: Introduction to College and Vocation | 3 |
Written Communication: English Composition AND Research and Writing | 6 |
Natural Science or Mathematics: Contemporary Math OR Intro to Statistics OR College Algebra | 3 |
Social or Behavioral Science: Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
Humanities or Fine Arts: Introduction to Philosophy AND Theological and Ethical Classics AND Philosophical and Scientific Classics AND Political and Social Classics AND Religious and Cultural Classics | 15 |
Christian Foundation Core (30 hours)
COURSE | HOURS |
Interpreting the Bible | 3 |
Old Testament Survey | 3 |
New Testament Survey | 3 |
Christian Doctrine | 3 |
Survey of Church History 1 OR 2 | 3 |
Introduction to Discipleship | 3 |
Introduction to Evangelism | 3 |
Introduction to Mission | 3 |
Introduction to Counseling | 3 |
Introduction to Worship | 3 |
Christian Studies Major (48 hours)
Students select and complete 3 Minors from the following list | HOURS |
Biblical Languages Biblical Studies Church Ministry Intercultural Studies Ministry to Women Psychology and Counseling Theology Worldview and Apologetics Worship Ministry Ministry Practicum | 45 |
COURSE | HOURS |
Senior Seminar | 3 |
Free Electives (12 hours)
Total (120 hours)
* Program Note: Some Minors may contain courses that require students to attend intensives on the New Orleans campus.