BA in Theology and Apologetics: Writing and Literature

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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theology and Apologetics – Writing and Literature

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Motivate Others with God’s Word by Earning a Degree in Theology and Apologetics – Writing and Literature

Are you inspired by history and theology? Do you love to read and have an interest in biblical literature? If your answers are “yes,” then a bachelor’s degree in theology and apologetics with a concentration in writing and literature may be the right fit for you! This degree will help you turn your passions into career opportunities.

As someone who is excited about using literature to engage with people from all backgrounds and cultures, you can use this degree to become an author, academic leader, archaeologist, Christian educator, or even a historical tour guide. Maybe you’re aspiring to attend seminary after you graduate to continue your education. You can rest assured that you will be set up for success as you further your education or pursue a job opportunity immediately upon graduation.

Pursue Your Degree with Confidence

  • Unlike many other Bible colleges and seminaries, Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
  • Get hands-on experience with a variety of optional internships available in churches and ministries from the local to the international level.
  • Learn from professors who have years of experience working in professional ministry settings and who have each earned a ministry-related doctorate or are currently working on it.
  • Receive access to state-of-the-art facilities, including our homiletics lab where you can record and review your own sermons.

What Will You Learn?

  • Christian literature
  • Church history
  • Expository writing
  • Hermeneutics
  • How to engage with people involved in cults
  • Intercultural engagement
  • Philosophy
  • Theology and apologetics
  • World religions

Career Options for B.A. in Theology and Apologetics – Writing and Literature Graduates

  • Academic administrator
  • Archaeologist
  • Author
  • Christian educator
  • Historical tour guide

Internships and Resources Available to Theology and Apologetics Students

  • John W. Rawlings School of Divinity professors are active in the classroom as well as in research and publishing original works.
  • Our School of Divinity is committed to the authority of Scripture and conservative evangelical theology.
  • Benefit from the teaching and professor involvement you might receive at a small Bible college with the amenities of a larger university.
  • Experience internship opportunities with churches and parachurches locally, nationally, and globally.
  • The Freedom Tower, home for the School of Divinity, houses a 7-projector immersive classroom, an interactive meeting space that utilizes teleconferencing capabilities, and a state-of-the-art homiletics teaching lab.
  • The Rawlings Foundation’s rare book collection is valued at over $1 million and contains a 111-foot long Torah scroll dating back to the 16th century and a functioning Gutenberg Printing Press replica.

Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs

Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:

  • Admission application
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Official college transcripts (if applicable)
  • Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
  • Admission essay

*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.

 

120

Credit Hours

SACSCOC

Available On Campus

Class Type

Residential

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Aug 19, 2024

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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