Bachelor of Arts in Theology Christian Spirituality Major

Four Year Degree Program - 120 credit hours

The Christian Spirituality Major is composed of core courses in Bible and theology, Christian spirituality, general arts and history and thought. Students will receive instruction in the spiritual classics, devotional life, stories of the "saints" in Christian tradition and the practice of "holy habits" as developed in the spiritual disciplines.

 Course Requirements

Field Education (1 unit = 100 hours)

Field Education requirements ensure practical experience in the student's area of study. Field Education units do not have academic credit value but are required for graduation. Tuition is not charged for Field Education units. Two units are required - one in the second year and one in the third year of the program.

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Profile of a Graduating Student

A graduating student will:

  • acquire an understanding of the content and movements within the story of Scripture
  • articulate the development of spiritual formation and Christian spirituality as experienced in Christian tradition
  • be familiar with the central doctrines of the Christian faith, in respect to personal and corporate spiritual growth
  • be grounded in the practices of prayer, spiritual disciplines and the devotional classics
  • value the role of story in narrative spirituality
  • appreciate the integration of prayer and daily living, for oneself and in the experience of another
  • desire to nurture a lifelong journey of being a learner
  • contribute to the spiritual formation of the church.

Career Path Options

This major is designed to enhance the scope of ministry experience having been exposed to the nature of soul care, the place of spiritual direction in pastoral care and the biblical and theological foundations relevant to these disciplines.

Future Education Possibilities

The Christian Spirituality degree provides an excellent foundation for students desiring to pursue postgraduate study programs in a seminary environment.

Course Requirements

Biblical and Theological Studies (30 credit hours)

General Arts (38 credit hours)

Professional Studies (3 credit hours)

Christian Spirituality (31 credit hours)

Electives (18 credit hours)