Bachelor of Science • Biblical Studies
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About the Program
The Bachelor of Science degree program with a major in Biblical Studies prepares students for increasingly effective service in Christian churches and para-church organizations. Program objectives include the enabling students to understand and communicate a Christian worldview and morality from a Biblical perspective and have a solid grasp of the Biblical principles associated with the Wesleyan-Arminian tradition. In addition, students will be able to compare and contrast the various schools of Biblical interpretation and assess the strengths and weaknesses of each school. Lastly, students will exercise in-depth skill at the study of major segments of the Scriptures including their observation, interpretation, and application.
As a spiritual leader, the challenges you face change daily. Your skills and knowledge must broaden to match the difficulties plaguing the world. As the demands of modern-day ministry continue to evolve, your ongoing effectiveness will be directly linked to your commitment to growing personally, spiritually and professionally. Your capacity to grow will be significantly enhanced through your study and understanding of the Biblical literature in its social, cultural, and historical setting while applying it to one’s personal life and public ministry.
CONVENIENCE Choice of program in classroom or online format; books and materials for classes are delivered to you
EXPERT FACULTY Faculty are practicing ministry professionals
PRACTICALITY Undergraduate Ministry prepares students to serve in their church at entry level jobs. It also prepares students to have a mind of Christ and reach beyond their community to become world changers.
FOCUS The curriculum for undergraduate ministry is focused on teaching the ability to understand and communicate a Christian worldview and Biblical morality from a Wesleyan-Arminian perspective.
Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission* and a member of the North Central Association.
ORDINATION Most of the academic requirements for the ordination in the Wesleyan Church are met upon completion of both the Indiana Wesleyan University Associate of Science with a major in Christian Ministries and Bachelor of Science with a major in Biblical Studies degree programs. The Wesleyan Church provides avenues for the additional work to be accomplished, as well as guidance through the interview process, etc. If you are interested in meeting the ordination requirements of The Wesleyan Church, please contact the Department of Education and The Ministry at Wesleyan World Headquarters, www.wesleyan.org/education, and your District Superintendent.
CONTACT
Kurtis Lewis, Program Representative
Phone: 800-895-0036
Email: kurtis.lewis@indwes.edu
*Higher Learning Commission: http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org/ or call 312-263-0456
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