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Christian
Studies

The Christian Studies Major allows mature students (25 years and older) to complete an accelerated degree.

PURPOSE

The Christian Studies Major allows mature students (25 years and older) to complete an accelerated degree.

PROGRAM LENGTH

- 96 credit hours
- 3 years full time

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Brandon Diggens, MABS

OBJECTIVES

In addition to meeting the learning objectives required for all programs, the Christian Studies Major will enable graduates to:

1. Formulate theological positions on contemporary issues.
2. Formulate a Christian worldview demonstrated in life and ministry at an advanced level.
3. Communicate Scripture in the context of Christian worship.
4. Practice skills in pastoral and church ministry.

QUALIFYING

The Christian Studies Major is for students who are 25 years and older and who also meet PLBC’s other admission requirements.

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL STUDIES COURSES (30 credit hours)

A. Communications (3 credit hours)

- - GEN 101 Academic Writing (3)
  - GEN 105 Academic Writing Lab (0)

B. Humanities/Fine Arts (9 credit hours)

- - GEN 131 History of Christianity I (3)
  - GEN 132 History of Christianity II (3)
  - GEN 198 The Christian Mind (3)

C. Natural Science/Mathematics(3 credit hours)

- - GEN 141 Introduction to the Natural Sciences (3)
  - GEN 143 Science and Christianity (3)
  - GEN 144 Creation Care (3)
  - GEN 148 Math Fundamentals (3)

D. Social/Behavioural Science (3 credit hours)

- - GEN 171 Introduction to Psychology (3)
  - GEN 175 Conflict Engagement (3)

E. Electives (12 credit hours)

BIBLE AND THEOLOGY COURSES (36 to 42 credit hours)

- BIB 101 Old Testament Survey (3)
- BIB 152 New Testament Survey (3)
- BIB 192 Biblical Interpretation (3)
- BIB 201 Pentateuch (3)
- BIB 252 The Gospels (3)
- BIB 291 Advanced Biblical Interpretation (3)
- THS 201 Theology I: God the Father (3)
- THS 202 Theology II: God the Son (3)
- THS 203 Theology III: God the Holy Spirit (3)
- THS 490 Theological Method (3)
- Bible and Theology Electives (6–12)
  This includes Bible, Theology, Biblical Language, or Apologetics courses.

MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT COURSES (21 to 27 credit hours)

- PMN 101 Pastoral Ministry (3)
- PMN 252 Homiletics I (3)
- PTH 499 Senior Seminar (3)
- Ministry Electives (12–21)
  This includes Pastoral Ministry, Christian Education, Youth Ministry, or Pastoral Theology courses.

OPEN ELECTIVES (3 credit hours)

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