Undergraduate Degree Programs

Smith Christian University offers student pursuing Undergraduate Studies the opportunity to advance their education through various programs of study. Each program is tailored to meet the specific needs of the student, wile providing flexibility. The Undergraduate Programs range in specializations, including General Studies, Business and Exeucutive Ministry Leadership, Theological Studies, etc. Listed below are the various degree programs offered by Smith Christian University along with the academic requirements for each degree. Please view our course catalog to choose the courses that you would like to take. However, if you are not sure as to which courses you should take, we will have a member of our staff to provide academic guidance for you.

All degrees earned without the general education component i.e. ( English, Science, Social Studies, Math and History ) will be issued as follows:   B.B.S - Bachelor of Biblical Studies 120 Hrs   10 Old Testament Courses=30 Credit Hours 10 New Testament Courses=30 Credit Hours 5 General Bible Couses (GB 101 Basic Bible Doctrine Required)=15 Credit Hours 4 Character Studies Courses=12 Credit Hours 1 General Component Course (GE 103 English Composition Required)=3 Credit Hours 10 Electives=30 Credit Hours (Electives may be chosen from any course heading in most cases with only a few exceptions)   B.C.C-Bachelor of Christian Counseling 120 Hrs   10 Old Testament Courses=30 Credit Hours 10 New Testament Courses=30 Credit Hours 4 General Bible Couses (GB 101 Basic Bible Doctrine Required)=12 Credit Hours 1 General Component Course (GE 103 English Composition Required)=3 Credit Hours 5 Christian Counseling Courses=15 Credit Hours 10 Electives=30 Credit Hours   Th.B-Bachelor of Theology 120 Hrs   10 Old Testament Courses=30 Credit Hours 10 New Testament Courses=30 Credit Hours 4 General Bible Couses (GB 101 Basic Bible Doctrine Required)=12 Credit Hours 1 General Component Course (GE 103 English Composition Required)=3 Credit Hours 5 Theology Courses (RS 419 Systematic Theology Required)=15 Credit Hours 4 Character Studies Courses=12 Credit Hours 1 Biblical Language Courses (BL 121 Introduction to Greek Word Studes Required)=3 Credit Hours 5 Electives=15 Credit Hours   B.Min-Bachelor of Ministry 120 Hrs   10 Old Testament Courses=30 Credit Hours 10 New Testament Courses=30 Credit Hours 5 General Bible Couses (GB 101 Basic Bible Doctrine Required)=15 Credit Hours 4 Evangelism/Missions=12 Credit Hours 1 General Component Course (GE 103 English Composition Required)=3 Credit Hours 5 Christian Leadership/Ministry=15 Credit Hours 5 Electives=15 Credit Hours   All degrees with a general education i.e. (English, Science, Social Studies, Math and History) component will be issued as a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science with noted concentrations.    Bachelor of Arts Degree Programs 128 Hrs Bachelor of Arts - Major in Bible & Humanities Bachelor of Arts - Major in Biblical Studies Bachelor of Arts - Major in Christian Clinical Counseling & Psychology Bachelor of Arts - Major in Christian Business Management & Leadership Bachelor of Arts - Major in Religious Education Bachelor of Arts - Major in Youth Ministry   Bachelor of Science Degree Program 128 Hrs Bachelor of Science - Major in Christian Education Leadership   The Bachelor of Arts and/or Bachelor of Science Degree requires 24 Credit hours of General Component Courses or a minimum of 2 courses from each component.  Degree requirements are the same as the Non Arts/Science Degree Program with the exception that 24 credit hours from the Non Arts/Science Bachelors Degree Program must be substituted with General Component Courses.   Undergraduate Certificate Program 12 Hrs Undergraduate Certifice - Major in Administration Undergraduate Certifice - Major in Biblical Counseling Undergraduate Certifice - Major in Christian Education Undergraduate Certifice - Major in Conflict Management Undergraduate Certifice - Major in Expository Preaching Undergraduate Certifice - Major in Languages Undergraduate Certifice - Major in New Testament Undergraduate Certifice - Major in Pastoral Ministry Undergraduate Certifice - Major in Theology   Graduate Degree Programs Admission to the Graduate School of Counseling requires that students have earned an undergraduate degree with a major or minor in a related field, such as counseling or psychology. Students with significant counseling experience who wish to challenge this requirement must receive a waiver from the Vice Chancellor/Provost and complete a minimum of nine (9) hours of prerequisite courses in the Counseling Department as part of this degree program. The degree in Christian Counseling does not qualify for Florida state licensure, however, it does qualify one with this degree who comes under a religious organization to operate as a "Christian Counselor" under Florida Statutes Title XXXII, Chapter 491.014 Exemption. See the following website: www.flsenate.gov/statutes For other than Florida, check with your state statutes.   Master of Arts Degree Programs 36 Hrs 2 New Testament Courses=6 Credit Hours 2 Old Testament Courses=6 Credit Hours 5 Major Core Courses=15 Credit Hours 1 Elective=3 Credit Hours Thesis=6 Credit Hours   All Master students must choose a minimum of two English courses from the general component courses either as electives or by substituting 6 credit hours of general courses with 6 hrs of English from the General Component Courses.   Master of Arts - Major in Christian Clinical Counseling & Psychology Master of Arts - Major in Pulpit Communication & Expository Preaching Master of Arts - Major in Christian Political & Cultural Advocacy Master of Arts - Major in Religious Education Master of Arts - Major in Christian Management & Leadership Master of Arts - Major in Conflict Management Master of Arts - Major in Biblical Studies Master of Arts - Major in Practical Ministry & Counseling Master of Arts - Major in Theology   Master of Business Administration Degree Program 36 Hrs 4 Biblical and Theological Studies Core Courses=12 Credit Hours 8 Executive Ministry Leadership Core Courses=24 Credit Hours   Master of Business Administration - Major in Executive Ministry Leadership   Master of Divinity 60 Hrs 5 New Testament Courses=6 Credit Hours 5 Old Testament Courses=6 Credit Hours 5 Theology Courses=15 Credit Hours 2 Biblical Language Courses (BL 601&602 Greek 1&2 Required) 1 Elective=3 Credit Hours Thesis=6 Credit Hours   Master of Divinity - Major in Bible & Theology Master of Divinity - Major in Biblical Counseling Master of Divinity - Major in Pastoral Ministry   Graduate Certificate Program 12 Hrs Graduate Certifice - Major in Administration Graduate Certifice - Major in Biblical Counseling Graduate Certifice - Major in Christian Education Graduate Certifice - Major in Conflict Management Graduate Certifice - Major in Expository Preaching Graduate Certifice - Major in Languages Graduate Certifice - Major in New Testament Graduate Certifice - Major in Pastoral Ministry Graduate Certifice - Major in Theology   Doctoral (Post Graduate) Degree Programs  Welcome to Smith Christian University's Graduate School. We are excited to know that you have considered SCU to earn your Advanced Graduate Degree, and will endeavor to assist you in gaining the education and Degree you require for your area of service and expertise in the ministry.   Doctor of Ministry 30 Hrs Practical Theology=12 Credit Hours Research or Extensive Readings=9 Credit Hours Doctoral Dissertation=9 Credit Hours   Doctor of Ministry - Major in Biblical Counseling Doctor of Ministry - Major in Christian Management & Leadership Doctor of Ministry - Major in Conflict Management Doctor of Ministry - Major in Pastoral Ministry Doctor of Ministry - Major in Pulpit Communication & Expository Preaching