280 Theology and Divinity BA Degree Programs

The Bachelor of Arts in Pre-Seminary Studies will help you grow in the knowledge of the Bible, communication skills, and practical experience to stay on the path to seminary and be a minister of the Gospel. This requires prayerful consideration and an awareness of your own weaknesses and abilities.

Religion touches many aspects of human life: politics, culture, literature, art, law, economics, sexuality, science, and more. In order to analyze religion's multiple dimensions, the Religion program at JMU introduces students not only to diverse religious traditions, but also to a spectrum of issues, disciplinary approaches, and critical methodologies from across the humanities.

Perhaps a quarter of the world's population can be described as either Hindu or Buddhist, and many more live in cultures that have been deeply influenced by these religious traditions over the past two-to-three thousand years. However, to many people, Hinduism and Buddhism remain exotic, unfamiliar faiths. What do Hindus do? Who was the Buddha? Why are there so many deities? What is enlightenment?

Religion shapes the world. Whether you pursue a career in government, the entertainment industry, or community service, you cannot understand people’s values and motivations without religious literacy. As a religious studies major, you will explore the many dimensions of religion—its spiritual, historical, cultural, and social aspects. You will understand your own religious traditions, and learn from the traditions of others. The department offers cross-cultural perspectives on religion. Mason, with its diverse student body, is an ideal environment in which to undertake such study. Likewise, the Washington, DC area offers rich opportunities for encounters with a variety of religious institutions and faith communities.

The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies teaches students the main message of the Bible to prepare for professional church work, future studies, or to be a more informed lay leader in their Christian congregation. This prepares Christian students for church work or to know God on a deeper level.

The Bachelor of Arts in Director of Church Ministries will provide you with the theological training and skills to make an impact wherever you are asked to serve. In order to meet the diverse needs of congregations, you will gain range of skills through completion of a theology major and two minors.

Grapple with the insights of great thinkers from across the world and throughout history while developing skills in critical thinking, argument analysis and cultural literacy. We prepare graduates to meet a rapidly changing world. Students who choose to concentrate in philosophy will study ancient and contemporary philosophers as they engage in rigorous debate, ask the big questions and sharpen their critical thinking skills. Students who choose to concentrate in religion are introduced to the academic study of the world's religions. They dive into the sacred texts, rituals, histories and ethics of different cultures while learning to communicate effectively with those who think differently from themselves. The interdisciplinary philosophy and interdisciplinary religion concentrations allow students to craft their own majors by counting up to nine credits from outside of the department toward the major.

The Honours program may be taken with a specific focus in the following areas of specialization or in combination

The Bachelor of Arts in Theological Languages teaches Hebrew, Greek, and either Latin or German in order to read the Bible and major theological works in their languages. Reading creates a closer connection to God’s Word and understanding of the early Christian world and subsequent Church history.

A Thiel College religion major will gain a vast understanding of Christianity and all other world religions. The Thiel liberal arts curriculum prepares our religion majors for a wide range of professions, not just a career in ordained ministry. You will learn about the diversity and the unity of the world's religions with engaging courses focusing on subjects like Hebrew, Greek, psychology of religion, and sociology of religion. Thiel College is affiliated with The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, which is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States.

Religion has played a monumental role in shaping our world – as well as our institution. But religion is not just an interesting relic from the past. One of Lakeland’s institutional values is “Faith and Religious Expression.” By stating this, we claim faith as a valuable resource many draw upon to guide their understanding of the world and their place in it.

The BA in Theology and Religious Studies program offers students a comprehensive understanding of diverse religious traditions, theological perspectives, and the role of religion in contemporary socie...

Tyndale’s BA in Biblical Studies and Theology will stretch and grow you both academically and spiritually, all within a supportive community. Actively pursue the hard questions of the Bible, theology and life as you are challenged by professors and peers from different backgrounds. Graduates from this program are building and serving in dynamic ministries that stem from the solid biblical and theological foundation they received during their studies.

Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies and Theology Perhaps you ve never thought of yourself as a theologian, but you've probably had questions about who or what God is and the role of the Christian faith in the 21st century. Biblical Studies & Theology seeks to answer these questions at their most fundamental level.

The Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Ministry (BATM) degree is a three-year degree offered to equip students for effective ministry through academic instruction combined with hands-on ministry and personal mentorship that help students attain a fundamental grounding in biblical and theological studies.