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Dec 01, 2024
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2024-2025 Samford University Undergraduate Catalog
Christian and Religious Studies Major (B.A.)
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The Christian and religious studies major prepares students to succeed as pastors, missionaries, professors, and social workers, as well as in leadership roles in businesses and nonprofit organizations. Students explore the Bible and Christian theology, as well as the history, sociology, and philosophy of religion. Students explore both the Christian tradition in which Samford is rooted and other religions that shape our world.
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General Education - University Core Curriculum: 22 Credits
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General Education - Distribution Areas: 27 Credits
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Christian and Religious Studies Major: 37 Credits
Christian and Religious Studies Core: 13 Credits
Choose four area courses total: 16 Credits
Students must choose one course in Area I. Students then choose one course from three different areas out of the following: Area I, II, III, IV (four courses total) for 16 total credits.
Area I. Jewish and Christian Scriptures
Area II. Historical/Cultural Studies
Area III. Theological/Ethical Studies
Area IV. Ministry Leadership
Biblical and Religious Studies Electives: 8 Credits
(choose two courses from the following)
General Electives: 42 Credits
Total Required Credits: 128
* BREL 380 may be used to satisfy Area II, III or IV, but not all three simultaneously.
** BREL 392 may be used to satisfy either Area III or IV, but not both simultaneously.
*** BREL 250 internships can vary from 1-4 credits. If a student completes an internship of less than 4 credits, this course can be repeated until 4 credits have been earned. Students must complete 4 credits of BREL 250 in order for it to fulfill an Area IV requirement.
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