Associate of Arts Overview
Associate of Arts in Social Sciences
Program Requirements - 64 credit hours
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Code | Hours |
Arts and Science
36-39| IDS 2503 |
This course introduces students to the principles of a balanced Christian world view. World view principles established in class are applied to a selection of issues in the natural and applied sciences, humanities, and social and behavioural sciences.
| PSY 1003 |
An introduction to the study of human behavior, personality, and social interaction. Consideration is given to the biological and social sources of development, sensation, perception, and learning.
| PSY 1013 |
An introduction to the origin and development of memory, thinking, motivation, emotion, psychological disorders, and social interactions.
| SOC 1003 |
An introduction to the study of the individual in society. The course includes an historical overview of the discipline and nature of sociology in general with special emphasis on social processes.
| SOC 1013 |
An introduction to the study of the structure of society. The course gives special attention to social stratification, social institutions, and social issues with emphasis on Canadian society.
| 6 |
| 6 |
| 3-6 |
ENG 100 ENG 101 ENG 1106 |
ENG 100 Literature and Composition I
This course is a literature survey with a composition component. Most of the literary periods are represented—medieval, Renaissance, 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries—as well as the major genres (drama, poetry, and prose). Works are selected from British and Canadian literature.
ENG 101 Literature and Composition II
This course continues the literature survey and composition component of ENG 100 Literature and Composition I, but focuses on American and Continental literature.
ENG 110 Introduction to Poetry
This course gives an introduction to poetic interpretation. The material for study ranges from the 17th century metaphysical poets and the 18th and 19th century Romantics through to the 20th century Modernists.
Bible and Theology
15-18| BT 1013 |
A survey of the first five books of the Bible, which include the narratives of creation, early human history, the rise of the nation Israel, and the giving of the Law. A foundational study that places special emphasis on developing interpretive skills, this course is recommended as a prerequisite for each of our remaining Old Testament offerings.
| BT 1033 |
A study of the mission and message of Jesus as viewed from the perspective of one or more of the four evangelists with special emphasis on developing interpretive skills and an introduction to current issues in gospel studies.
| BT 1123 |
This course focuses on the nature of personal and corporate spiritual growth. A study of the Bible’s teaching about conversion serves as the foundation for an investigation of the classic spiritual disciplines.
| BT 1143 |
An introduction to the basic teachings of the Christian faith, this course includes discussions of the nature and task of theology and of the Christian understanding of God, revelation, creation, spiritual powers, and sin.
| BT 1153 |
A continued study of the basic teachings of the Christian faith, exploring a Christian understanding of Christology, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and the future.
| 0-3 |
Christian Ministry
6| CMC 1013 |
An introduction to the ministry of the church in all of its functions: worship, equipping, fellowship, and evangelism. The course includes a study of the structure, leadership, and objectives of the various ministries of the church with special attention given to the role of the laity in all aspects of church ministry.
| CMC 2013 |
This course provides a biblical basis for mission. It explores some of the biblical, historical, and contemporary examples of thinking about what it means to follow Jesus Christ and point others to him in fulfillment of the Great Commission. It further teaches what it means to represent Jesus Christ sensitively and effectively in cultures other than our own.
Field Education
4| FE 1011 |
A practical, weekly ministry assignment in evangelism, discipleship, church-related ministry, or community service, combined with evaluative written work. Opportunities with all age groups are available in both church and nonchurch settings.
| FE 1021 |
A continuation of FE 101 Field Education I.
| FE 2011 |
A practical, weekly ministry assignment in evangelism, discipleship, church-related ministry, or community service combined with evaluative written work. Opportunities with all age groups are available in both church and nonchurch settings. Second-year students may be asked to assume some leadership roles, especially when working with freshmen students.
| FE 2021 |
A continuation of FE 201 Field Education III.
