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Bachelor of Arts (Journalism)

The Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) equips students with essential skills in truthful, ethical, and mission-oriented communication. Grounded in Christian values of integrity, discernment, and service, the program develops students’ abilities in news writing, source evaluation, responsible reporting, and multimedia communication. Through the integration of journalistic practice and theological reflection, students are prepared to become thoughtful and principled storytellers who communicate truth faithfully in church, community, and public life.


Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts (Journalism), graduates will be able to:
1. Demonstrate foundational knowledge of journalistic principles, ethics, and professional communication practices.
2. Write clearly, accurately, and responsibly across diverse media and public communication contexts.
3. Critically evaluate sources, information, and social issues with integrity, discernment, and a biblical worldview.
4. Produce a coherent body of journalistic work that reflects truthful, ethical, and mission-oriented communication.


COURSE STRUCTURE  | 21 units/ 216 credit points (CP)
A7100 Critical Thinking and Writing in Theological Studies (9cp)
B7110 Introduction to the Old Testament (9cp)
B7150 Introduction to the New Testament (9cp)
B7260 Pauline Literatures (9cp)
B7261 Unlocking Romans (9cp)
B7270 Johannine Literature (9cp)
B7253 The Four Gospels (9cp)
B7262 Corinthian Correspondence (9cp)
B7203 Biblical Hermeneutics  (9cp)
H7100 Introduction to Church History (9cp)
T7101 Introduction to Theology (9cp)
T7210 The Person and Work of Christ (9cp)
C7100 Introduction to Pastoral Counseling (9cp)

News Writing (9cp)
News Editing (9cp)
Fundamentals of Multimedia Journalism (9cp)
Feature Writing (9cp)
Journalism Capstone (9cp)
P7185 A Year in Supervised Introductory Ministry (18cp)
P7286 A Year in Supervised Team Ministry (18cp)
P7287 A Year in Supervised Specialist Ministry (18cp)

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