<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>Liberty University's Associate of Arts in Religion program provides a diverse education in theology, biblical studies, evangelism, church practices, and philosophy. All courses in this program are taken online. In required courses, you study the Old and New Testaments, systemic theology, and church ministry. You also have the opportunity to apply theological tools and research methods to the study of a selected book of the Bible. In addition, you can choose electives from church ministry, global religious studies, pastoral leadership, and youth ministries. Required foundational courses include English, math, science, history, social science, philosophy, and evangelism. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you are interested in applying to Liberty University's Associate of Arts in Religion program, you must have already earned a high school diploma or GED. You should also possess strong Christian beliefs. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>You must complete 60 credits to earn the Associate of Arts in Religion from Liberty University. You will take 33 credits in the general education curriculum, 24 credits in the major course of study, and three credits in a course required for graduation. </p> <p><u>Courses for an Associate of Arts in Religion</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td><b>Foundational Studies</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>ENGL 101</td><td> Composition and Rhetoric</td></tr> <tr><td>ENGL 102</td><td> Composition and Literature</td></tr> <tr><td>Communications Elective</td><td> Select One</td></tr> <tr><td>MATH Elective</td><td> MATH 115 or higher</td></tr> <tr><td>EVAN 101</td><td> Evangelism and Christian Life</td></tr> <tr><td>INFT 101</td><td> Instructional Tech. for Online Learning</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Investigative Studies</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>Natural Science Elective</td><td> Select One</td></tr> <tr><td>History Elective</td><td> Select One</td></tr> <tr><td>Social Science Elective</td><td> Select One</td></tr> <tr><td>PHIL 201</td><td> Philosophy and Contemporary Ideas</td></tr> <tr><td>General Education Elective</td><td> Select One</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Major Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>BIBL 105</td><td> Old Testament Survey</td></tr> <tr><td>BIBL 110</td><td> New Testament Survey</td></tr> <tr><td>BIBL 350</td><td> Inductive Bible Study</td></tr> <tr><td>THEO 201</td><td> Theology Survey I</td></tr> <tr><td>THEO 202</td><td> Theology Survey II</td></tr> <tr><td>THEO 350</td><td> Fundamental Theological Issues</td></tr> <tr><td>CHMN/GLST/PHIL Elective</td><td> Select One</td></tr> <tr><td>CHMN/YOUT/PLED Elective</td><td> Select One</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Graduation Requirement</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>CRST 290</td><td> History of Life</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>You could seek entry-level opportunities in religious institutions or related organizations after completing Liberty University's Associate of Arts in Religion program. In addition to churches, you might consider positions in rescue missions, community centers, nonprofit organizations, or social services programs. </p> <p>Positions you might pursue include: </p> <ul><li>Chaplain </li><li>Clergyman </li><li>Pastoral Associate </li><li>Missionary Staff </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>After earning the Associate of Arts in Religion, you could further explore concepts and principles in theology and Christianity by entering a bachelor's degree program. A four-year degree might be required for advancement to leadership or directorial positions in some organizations. </p> <p>Degrees include, but are not limited to: </p> <ul><li>Bachelor of Arts in Religion </li><li>Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies </li><li>Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry</li></ul>