Religion BA (Distance Ed)

Total Credits: 124

Program Description

The BA in Religion is designed for students seeking a mastery of basic principles of biblical interpretation, theological reasoning, and practical ministry. This degree does not aim for intentional integration with a student’s primary major and related vocational goals, but instead provides a broad-based immersion into Adventist theology and practice. As this degree fulfills part but not all of seminary prerequisites, it is a good fit for non-traditional students as they can finish their remaining prerequisites in the seminary.

Major: Core Requirements - 44-45

• 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
• RELH 400 - SDA History and Prophetic Heritage Credits: 3,4
• RELT 100 - God and Human Life Credits: 3
• RELT 250 - Personal Spirituality and Faith Credits: 3
• RELT 325 - Theology I Credits: 3
• RELT 326 - Theology II Credits: 3
• RELT 340 - Religion and Ethics in Modern Society Credits: 3

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• RELB 304 - Studies in Daniel Credits: 3
• Or  RELB 305 - Studies in Revelation Credits: 3

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• Choose one of the following courses:

• RELB 216 - Law and Writings of the Old Testament Credits: 3
• RELB 274 - Prophetic Writings of the Old Testament Credits: 3
• RELB 335 - Acts and Epistles Credits: 3

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• Take 5-6 credits from the following:

• RELG 225 - Foundations of Missions Credits: 3
• RELP 240 - Personal Witnessing Credits: 2–3
• RELP 330 - Homiletics—Introduction to Preaching Credits: 2
• RELP 335 - Foundations of Youth Ministry Credits: 3
• RELP 441 - Introduction to Pastoral Ministry Credits: 2,3

Andrews Core Experience

• The Religion Andrews Core Experience requirement is fulfilled through completion of the religion major.
• Students must complete an intermediate language course/requirement either through Greek, Hebrew, or a modern foreign language.
• Students must take all courses designated in the BA/BS degree requirements of the Andrews Core Experience Program while noting the preceding specific considerations for this degree.

Program Outcomes

Seek Knowledge

1. Possess a foundational knowledge in the areas of Bible, history, and theology, from a Seventh-day Adventist perspective.

Affirm Faith

2. Expression of faith: In the context of present society, history, theology, be able to articulate the Seventh-day Adventist view of life both orally and in writing.
3. Exhibit growth in Christian life skills.

Change the World

4. Document an attitude of mission, experience & skills in personal service.

Note:

Students planning to enter the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary should select a major in theology. A religion major may be selected but must be supplemented with Seminary prerequisite courses. For entrance requirements, see the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary   section of this bulletin.