Theology BA

Total Credits: 124

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 480 - Practicum Capstone Credits: 1
• 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)

• RELT 115 - Introduction to Christian Discipleship Credits: 3
• RELT 315 - Christian Discipleship 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

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• RELT 295 - Introduction to Theological Research Credits: 1
• Or  HONS 398H - Research Pro-Seminar 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) Or
• PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3 (Seminary Recommended) Or
• PSYC 180 - Dealing with Your Mind 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).

Program Acceptance

Students who enter the Theology, BA will be assessed at the end of their first year in the program in the areas of Christlikeness, character, community involvement, discipleship, mission, and scholarship. Students who do not receive a positive recommendation for continuation in the program will be transferred to the Religion, Biblical & Theological studies degree. An appeal to the faculty may be made. For this, an appointment should be made with the department chair.