Theology BA

Program Description

The BA in Theology is a pre-professional degree which prepares students for the Theological Seminary and further training towards full time gospel ministry. It lays a solid foundation in the areas of biblical languages, exegesis, and theology, practical theology and ministry, history of the Christian Church with an emphasis on the Seventh-day Adventist movement, and doctrine and systematic theology, including ethics. It requires the development of an individual protfolio of ministerial service.

Major: Core Requirements - 57

• RELB 111 - Introduction to the Old Testament Credits: 3
• RELB 112 - Introduction to the New Testament Credits: 3
• RELB 210 - Jesus in His Time and Ours Credits: 3
• RELB 245 - Hermeneutics Credits: 3
• RELB 335 - Acts and Epistles Credits: 3
• RELB 406 - Studies in Daniel and Revelation Credits: 3
• RELP 105 - Introduction to Pastoral Service Credits: 1
• RELP 200 - Religion Forum Credits: 0 (each semester registered)
• RELP 240 - Personal Witnessing Credits: 2–3
• RELP 330 - Homiletics—Introduction to Preaching Credits: 2
• RELP 350 - Evangelism Credits: 3
• RELP 485 - Pastoral Ministry Credits: 3
• RELH 400 - SDA History and Prophetic Heritage Credits: 3,4

• Take for 4 credits.

• RELT 325 - Theology I Credits: 3
• RELT 326 - Theology II Credits: 3

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• Choose one class from each of the following sets: (One or both classes must be 400 level.)

• RELB 216 - Law and Writings of the Old Testament Credits: 3 Or
  RELB 416 - Advanced Study in Law and Writings
    Credits: 3 
• RELB 274 - Prophetic Writings of the Old Testament Credits: 3 Or
  RELB 474 - Advanced Study in Old Testament Prophets
    Credits: 3 

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• Choose one of the following:

• RELG 225 - Foundations of Missions Credits: 3
• RELP 335 - Foundations of Youth Ministry Credits: 3

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• Choose one course from each of the following three categories (must take 3 credits in each category):

• Christian Spirituality: (3 credits)

• RELB 230 - Biblical Prayers Credits: 3
• RELT 250 - Personal Spirituality and Faith Credits: 3
• RELT 440 - Fundamentals of Spirituality & Ethics in Healthcare Credits: 3

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• Religion, Culture, and Society: (3 credits)

• RELG 350 - World Religions Credits: 3
• RELT 340 - Religion and Ethics in Modern Society Credits: 3
• RELT 348 - Christians and the Environment Credits: 3
• RELT 385 - Bioethics and Christian Faith Credits: 3
• RELT 390 - Christian Business Ethics Credits: 3
• RELT 445 - Modern Trends in Religion & Society Credits: 1–3

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• Issues in Theology: (3 credits)

• RELT 415 - Topics in Theology Credits: 3
• RELT 420 - Formative Thinkers in Religion Credits: 3

Major: Additional Requirements

Theology majors must, within their first semester on campus, prove proficiency in Theology and Bible through a test, including a written paper and an interview, administered by the department. If they fail to meet these requirements, 

Cognates - 22

• BIBL 211 - Greek I Credits: 3
• BIBL 212 - Greek II Credits: 3
• BIBL 313 - Greek III Credits: 3
• BIBL 341 - Hebrew I Credits: 3
• BIBL 342 - Hebrew II Credits: 3
• RELH 316 - History of the Christian Church I Credits: 3
• RELH 317 - History of the Christian Church II Credits: 3
• RELT 295 - Introduction to Theological Research Credits: 1

Andrews Core Experience

Students must take the courses designated in the Andrews Core Experience: BA & BS Degrees  outline. Noting the following courses as required courses;

• Humanities

• PHIL 224 - Introduction to Philosophy Credits: 3

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• Social Sciences

• A Family Study Course (FMST)

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• Seminary recommended course

• PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3

Graduation Requirements

(a) A minimum grade of “C-” for all major classes and cognates; (b) a minimum overall of 2.25 GPA; (c) major GPA of 2.50; (d) a practical ministry portfolio in accordance with the requirements of the department.

Program Outcomes

Seek Knowledge

1. Possess a foundational knowledge in the areas of Bible, history, and theology, from an SDA perspective
2. Possess skills in the major biblical languages of Hebrew & Greek

Affirm Faith

3. In the context of present society, history, and theology, be able to articulate the Seventh-day Adventist view of life both orally and in writing

Change the World

4. Exhibit growth in Christian life skils
5. Document experience & skills in personal ministry and evangelism on the level of local church and community and in a cross cultural context

Off-campus Locations

This program is also offered at approved off-campus location(s).