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Bachelor of Science, Christian Ministries (Highlands College Only)


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Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Christian Ministries degree program prepares students for ministry leadership—in local churches, faith-based non-profit organizations, and other ministry contexts—through an interdisciplinary curriculum of courses in foundational core (i.e., English, psychology, math, science, etc.), Bible, theology, ministry, and ministry practicum. Students who complete this degree program will be able to:

 

  1. Properly use hermeneutical tools to exegete and apply the Bible in ministry contexts
  2. Analyze and apply basic Christian theology in ministry contexts
  3. Construct and present expository sermons in ministry contexts
  4. Develop and lead service plans for key pastoral functions (administration of the sacraments, leading funeral services, and wedding ceremonies)
  5. Integrate their biblical interpretation, theological, leadership, and biblical studies competencies in ministry contexts

 

Bachelor of Science, Christian Ministries (Highlands College Only) Four-Year Course Plan   

Foundational Core - 56 Hours


Spiritual Formation - 13 Hours


College and Christian Calling


Old Testament Studies


New Testament Studies


Christian Studies


Faith Integration


Christian Responsibility - 9 Hours


Personal Stewardship


Ethics Elective


Intellectual and Practical Skills - 15 Hours


Engaging Human Culture and the Natural World - 19 Hours


Christian Ministries Core - 36 Credit Hours


Ministry Practicum and General Electives - 30 Credit Hours


Highlands College students participate in on-site ministry practicums each semester and register for the PMIN 2303 Student Ministry Practicum course that can be repeated for up to 24 hours of credit. These practicums count towards the general elective requirement

 

Total Program Hours - 122 Credit Hours


NOTE: It is the responsibility of the student to read, review, and fulfill the requirements and total hours of this degree audit for their applicable degree.

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