BA - Theological Studies

This program is currently only offered in Spanish. 

The Bachelor of Arts program with a major in Theological Studies is 120 semester hours. 

The curriculum will be completed in the order established by Indiana Wesleyan University.  Indiana Wesleyan University reserves the right to modify the curriculum as necessary.

Students who graduate with this degree will demonstrate a basic knowledge of Theology, the Bible, principles of biblical interpretation, practical theology, and ministry.  They will also be able to demonstrate application of the biblical truth in their lives and ministry.  Students will develop a biblical, Christian worldview based upon a foundation of biblical and general studies, form a global vision of the mission of the church, and strengthen their commitment to take the Gospel to this needy world and contribute to the edification of believers in Jesus Christ. 

Admission Requirements

• Proof of high school graduation, GED certification, or their international equivalent.
• Official transcripts from all previous college or university studies at a college or university that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or their international equivalent.
• A letter of recommendation from the student’s pastor or a Christian leader who gives testimony to a solid commitment to Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior.
• A copy of official photo ID.
• A three-to-four page autobiography and statement of ministry purpose demonstrating written language proficiency appropriate to the program’s language.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate with a baccalaureate degree from the College of Adult and Professional Studies at Indiana Wesleyan University, the following requirements must be met:

• Completion of 120 semester hours.
• Completion of the required core courses with a GPA of 2.25 or higher.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Completion of 30 hours of general education as specified (General Education Requirements).
• A minimum of 30 graded credits must be earned from Indiana Wesleyan University.
• Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma. 

Theological Studies (BA) - Program of Study

Core Courses

BIL-109	Introduction to the Bible	3
BIL-111	Introduction to Old Testament	3
BIL-200	Hermeneutics	3
BIL-409	The Four Gospels	3
THE-201	Survey of Biblical Doctrine	3
THE-231	Doctrine of Scripture and Doctrine of God	3
THE-235	Doctrine of Humanity and Doctrine of Christ	3
THE-238	Doctrine of Salvation: Soteriology	3
THE-313	Pneumatology	3
THE-311	Ecclesiology	3
MIN-111	Principles of Teaching the Bible	3
MIN-268	Introduction to Church Leadership and Administration	3
MIN-270	Evangelism and Discipleship	3
MIN-378	Missions	3
Total Credit Hours:		42

Biblical Studies Specialization

Choose 15 hours from the following:

BIL-404	Acts of the Apostles	3
BIL-310	Book of Genesis	3
BIL-415	Pastoral Epistles	3
GRE-101	Greek As Exegetical Tool	3
GRE-202	Beginning Greek II	3
GRE-422	Greek Bible	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Pastoral Ministry Specialization

Choose 15 hours from the following:

BIL-415	Pastoral Epistles	3
MIN-215	Principles of Biblical Exposition	3
MIN-310	Introduction to Biblical Counseling	3
MIN-460	Church Growth	3
MIN-464	Expository Preaching and Advanced Homiletics	3
MIN-468	Leadership and Management in the Local Church	3
MIN-480	Church Planting	3
REL-224	Spiritual Formation in Christ	3
THE-311	Ecclesiology	3
THE-328	Christian Worldview	3
THE-338	Apologetics	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Pastoral Counseling Specialization

Choose 15 hours from the following:

MIN-310	Introduction to Biblical Counseling	3
MIN-365	Intimacy and Sexuality in Marriage	3
MIN-410	Pastoral Care and Inner Healing	3
MIN-458	Crisis Counseling	3
MIN-470	Pastoral Counseling of Sexual Addiction	3
PHL-286ES	Ethics and Morality	3
REL-224	Spiritual Formation in Christ	3
SOC-155	Introduction to Sociology	3
SOC-200	Marriage and Family	3
Total Credit Hours:		15