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Degrees Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Religious Studies Associate of Arts Associate of Science Associate of General Studies Majors Biblical Research Christian Counseling Christian Education Cross-Cultural Ministry General Ministry Music Ministry Preaching Ministry Youth & Family Ministry Co-operative Majors Columbia College Hanibal-LaGrange College MACC

Bachelor of Science

The four-year Bachelor of Science degree requires 124 hours of study. Students develop a major in Bible (52 hours), along with a professional emphasis in one of the following seven areas: Preaching Ministry, Christian Counseling, Christian Education, Music Ministry, Cross-Cultural Ministry, Youth & Family Ministry, and General Ministry.

OBJECTIVES:
Students who complete a Bachelor of Science degree should . . .

1. Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of the Bible and its essential doctrines; a comprehensive Christian worldview harmonizing significant historical, scientific, and philosophical issues with biblical truth; and proficiency in an area of professional study.
    
   
2. Develop skills in observation and interpretation, in critical and creative thinking; and in problem-solving, particularly in relationship to biblical exegesis and application.
    
   
3. Comprehend, embrace, and demonstrate the biblical principles of spirituality, morality, Christ-like character, and service as modeled and taught by Christ and His disciples.
    
   
4. Demonstrate familiarity with multiple methods of communication within a variety of settings; having as a communicator confidence to overcome apprehension, conviction to consider ethical implications, and commitment to utilizing opportunities for communication within the chosen area of leadership.
    
   
5. Understand the nature and demands of the Great Commission, be committed to personal discipleship and disciple-making, and participate in some way in the task of taking the Gospel to all the nations.