Bachelor’s in Music and Worship in Biblical Studies
Combine Musical Excellence with Biblical Studies with Liberty’s BS in Music and Worship – Biblical Studies Degree
Your passion for music and desire to serve the Lord could lead to an exciting career worth pursuing. Whether you feel called to lead worship in a church or become the director of worship programming for a nonprofit Christian organization, we can help. Our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Music and Worship – Biblical Studies can help you propel your ministry further.
Focusing your degree on biblical studies is a great way to explore how to interpret, apply, and present biblical passages. Imagine standing in front of your congregation, piano music fading behind you. Before you lead into the next song, you confidently deliver a passage of Scripture highlighting God’s goodness. Make that picture a reality by studying the Bible in a worship context with us!
Our vision centers on Training Champions for Christ. We want to help raise leaders like you in every sphere of influence, including religion and media. Some of our students have gone on to become published, award-winning Christian artists. Our award-winning facilities and prestigious faculty can help you make a lasting impact on today’s culture.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
NASM Accredited
Highlights
Highlights of Our BS in Music and Worship – Biblical Studies Degree
Experienced Faculty
Study under 45 full-time faculty members with degrees from some of the nation’s most prestigious music schools, giving you expert guidance as you develop your worship leadership and biblical studies skills.
Train in a State-of-the-Art Facility
Enhance your academic experience in our 141,000-square-foot Center for Music and Performance, equipped with cutting-edge resources to support your growth as a musician and worship leader.
Play on World-Class Instruments
As an “All-Steinway” school, we provide access to some of the finest pianos in the world, ensuring that you perform and practice on industry-leading instruments.
Gain Real-World Recording Experience
Develop your skills in Liberty Music Group (LMG), our on-campus professional music publishing and recording company, where you can gain hands-on experience in music production.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BS in Music and Worship – Biblical Studies?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Music and Worship with a specialization in Biblical Studies can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Associate director of worship programming
- Contemporary Christian artist
- Director of worship and drama
- Director of worship conferences
- Music and worship evangelist
- Music minister
- Worship and missions director
- Worship leader or pastor
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Biblical Studies Focused Music and Worship Degree?
Biblical Studies Concentration
Pursuing a biblical studies focus in our BS in Music and Worship can help you become more specialized in your career field as you study the Old and New Testaments, which can help prepare you for a more holistic approach to biblical interpretation and application to your worship ministry. Discover how to conduct inductive and expositional studies of various passages so that you can present messages that accompany your worship and music.
Music and Worship Core Courses
Our music and worship curriculum provides you with valuable training and experience in your field. Our general music and worship courses focus on cultivating your worship teaching and training, team management and discipleship, worship evangelism, marketing, technology, drama, and music skills! You can also complete ensemble courses, practicums, and internships to test your talent in real-world worship settings.
Featured BS in Music and Worship – Biblical Studies Courses
BIBL 324 – Pastoral Epistles and Leadership Development
BIBL 350 – Introduction to Biblical Interpretation
MUSC 105 – Harmonic Practices and Theory I
MUSC 107 – Musicianship I
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Music
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Music and Worship – Biblical Studies Bachelor’s Degree?
A Passion for Worship Ministry
Your worship ministry matters deeply to us. At Liberty University, we’re committed to helping equip you with tools, knowledge, and experiences to help you grow as a leader in Christian music. With our talented faculty, advanced facilities, and driven student community, we believe our music and worship degrees stand among the best. When you choose Liberty, you’re joining a vibrant, Christ-centered School of Music that can help you expand your ministry and reach more people through your gifts.
Exceptional Resources and Excellence
As a residential student, you’ll have access to world-class facilities. Our 141,000-square-foot School of Music building includes cutting-edge training rooms and top-tier equipment. We’re proud to be an “All-Steinway” school, and our Center for Worship has been named “Best of the Best in Higher Education” for 6 consecutive years by Worship Leader Magazine. All of our music programs are fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), ensuring you receive a high-quality, industry-respected education.
Study Under Proven Professionals
At Liberty, you won’t just study music – you’ll be mentored by professionals who have lived it. Our 45 full-time faculty members bring real-world experience from some of the top music schools and performance venues in the country. You’ll work directly with them in our professional-grade recording studios and collaborate through our Liberty Music Group (LMG) publishing label. Your professors are invested in helping you refine your craft and step into your calling with clarity and confidence.
Training for Today’s Music Industry
Our curriculum is designed to be relevant and responsive to the modern music landscape. Every course is market-driven, meaning you can develop skills that matter in today’s worship and music professions. Whether you’re interested in songwriting, leading worship, or producing music, you can gain practical tools and real-world insight that could serve you well beyond graduation. Many of our graduates have gone on to become successful Christian artists, songwriters, and worship leaders – and we’re excited to help you potentially follow that path, too.
Admissions
How Do You Become a BS in Music and Worship – Biblical Studies Student?
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)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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