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Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry: Discipleship Ministry
Southwest Baptist University
Key Information
Campus location
Bolivar, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 25,990 / per year *
Application deadline
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Introduction
If you have a heart for both ministry and teaching, SBU's Discipleship Ministry concentration with the Christian Ministry degree will equip you for a fulfilling career and service.
A unique combination of coursework and study in ministry, theology, education, and psychology will equip you to effectively administrate a Christian education ministry for children, youth, and adults.
The SBU Advantage
- Completing an apprenticeship in church ministry will give you valuable, real-world experience prior to graduation.
- Learn from highly qualified faculty, including Dr. Duke Jones who has more than 30 years of Christian education experience.
Curriculum
Christian Ministry: Discipleship Ministry Four-Year Plan
Freshman
Fall Semester
- BIB 1013 Old Testament History 3
- CIS 1103 Computer and Information Management 3
- ENG 1113 English Composition I 3
- MAT 1243 Algebraic Reasoning and Modeling 3
- POL 1113 American Government and Politics 3
- UNI 1111 University Seminar 1
Total hours 16
Spring Semester
- BIB 1023 New Testament History 3
- COM 1103 Fundamentals of Speech Communication 3
- ENG 2213 English Composition II 3
- HIS 2213/2223 U.S. History I or II 3
- PSY 1013 General Psychology (or SOC 1003) 3
- UNI 1121 Introduction to Critical Thinking 1
Total hours 16
Sophomore
Fall Semester
- BIB 2093 Methods of Biblical Interpretation 3
- CED 2003 Introduction to Christian Education 3
- GRE 2014 Elementary Greek I or
- HEB 2014 Elementary Hebrew I 4
- KIN 1162 Foundations of Physical Fitness/Wellness 2
- SPF 2032 Spiritual Formation for Ministry 2
- CED 2033 Principles of Teaching in the Church 3
Total hours 17
Spring Semester
- FAR 10_3 Intro. to Art, Fine Arts, Music or Theatre 3
- GRE 2024 Elementary Greek II or
- HEB 2024 Elementary Hebrew II 4
- CHR 3073 Disciple-making/Evangelism 3
- THE 3113 Christian Doctrine 3
- THE 3023 Baptist Denomination (if a Church Related
- Vocation Scholarship recipient) 3
Total hours 16
Junior
Fall Semester
- THE 3023 Christian Heritage 3
- BIO 1004 Principles of Biology 4
- CED 3023 Church Administration 3
- CED 3043 Children’s Ministry 3
- Elective 3
Total hours 16
Spring Semester
- CHR 3003 Introduction to Disciple-making 3
- CED 3013 Youth Ministry 3
- ECO 2003 LIFE Economics 3
- ICS 2901/2911 Culture Service Project 1
- PHS ___4 Introduction to Physical Science 4
- Elective 3
Total hours 17
Senior
Fall Semester
- ICS 2901/2911 Culture Service Project 1
- PSY ___3 Counseling Elective 3
- CED 4003 Adult Ministry in the Church 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 2
Total hours 15
Spring Semester
- CED 4983 Christian Ministry Apprenticeship 3
- CED 4053 Youth Discipleship and Evangelism 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
- Elective 3
Total hours 15
This is a proposed guideline. Please check the catalog and see your advisor for your final degree requirements.
Career Opportunities
After graduation, our Discipleship Ministry majors pursue a variety of ministry careers including:
- Camp/Retreat Leader
- Family Minister
- Mission and Ministry Leader
- Parachurch Leader
Graduate schools
Many graduates pursue further study at graduate schools or seminaries. Recent alumni have continued their studies at:
- SBU's own Graduate Education programs
- Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
- Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Through SBU's Master of Arts in Christian Ministry 4+1 plan, you can complete both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in just 5 years.
Scholarships and Funding
Discipleship Ministry majors are eligible for the Church Related Vocation (CRV) scholarship, which is currently valued at $2,000 per year. To maintain this scholarship, you must be enrolled in a ministry-related degree program, submit the necessary application and references, participate in SBU's in-service training program and complete any other requirements.
Several privately funded scholarships are also available by application to students preparing for service in missions and evangelism.
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