Undergraduate Christian Studies Certificate
Explore the foundations of Christian thought through Scripture, history, and theology in this 6-course series.
Explore the foundations of Christian thought through the lens of Scripture, history, and theology. This six-course series provides a broad base of study from which students will gain an appreciation of the Biblical narrative, principles, and how the church has interpreted them throughout history.
Undergraduate Certificate Courses
| Required Courses – 15 units | ||
|---|---|---|
| CH 301 | Survey of Church History (prerequisite: GS 110, GS 111) |
3 units |
| NT 301 | Introduction to the New Testament | 3 units |
| OT 301 | Introduction to the Old Testament | 3 units |
| TH 301 | Theology 1 (prerequisite: GS 110, GS 111) |
3 units |
| TH 302 | Theology 2 (prerequisite: TH 301) |
3 units |
| Elective Courses – 3 units (choose one of the following) |
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| MT 305 | Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (prerequisite: GS 110, GS 111) |
3 units |
| CH 304 | Spiritual Outpouring and Revival (prerequisite: GS 110, GS 111) |
3 units |
| MT 310 | Divine Healing and Miracles (prerequisite: GS 110, GS 111) |
3 units |
| OT 302 | Historical Geography of Israel (prerequisite: GS 110, GS 111) |
3 units |
| Note: GS 110 and GS 111 (English Composition 1 & 2) must be completed at Shiloh University with a C or better or be satisfied by transfer credit. | ||
Graduation Requirements
To graduate with the Undergraduate Christian Studies Certificate the student will:
- Complete the minimum number of units required.
- Pass all courses in the certificate program.
- Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
- Fulfill any outstanding school financial obligations.
Transfer Credits
Credits earned as part of this certificate program are credit-bearing and may be transferable to other institutions. The acceptance of transfer of Shiloh University academic credit at other institutions cannot be guaranteed. Transfer of credit earned is determined by the receiving institution.
If a certificate student chooses to later apply to a Shiloh University degree program, no more than 18 units can be transferred from University certificate programs to a degree program.
Degree Program Students
Students in the BA in Biblical and Pastoral Studies or BA in New Testament Studies may apply to earn 1 certificate while enrolled in a degree program, not more. Students in the Associate of Arts program may not earn a certificate.
