Hayfield University offers a Bachelor’s degree in Theology based on 120 semester units of credit. The program lasts four academic years, includes general education courses, and is designed to equip the student for more effective communication of the Gospel. Each course is worth from one to four semester credits and the program consists of approximately 40 courses in each of 3-units including an introduction to the theory and practice of Church History, Physiology, the Old and New Testaments, Systematic and Practical Theology.

 

Bachelor of Christian  Education  Program-Specific Student Outcomes

 

The outcomes of the program are to help the student attain a fundamental grounding in Theology, The program allows students to master enabling skills for autonomous learning and to develop a deep understanding in a specific area of theological knowledge. The elective segment provides the opportunity for students to choose diverse exposure to other areas of interest.

Bachelor in Theology Program-Specific Student outcomes are included as follows:

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• Bachelor of Christian  Education  graduates are able to demonstrate an adequate background to pursue advanced degrees geared to professional Christian ministry and world missions.

• Bachelor of Christian  Education  graduates are able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of scripture,a thorough knowledge of Biblical Theology, Systematic Theology, Church History, Practical Theology, and Physiology.

•  Bachelor of Christian  Education students achieve the planned goals and outcomes for the institution and the program.

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Admissions Requirements

 

The criteria for entrance to the Bachelor of Christian  Education Bachelor degree in Theology are:

 

1. Completion of Application Form for Admission.

2. Three letters of recommendation from faculty, counselors, school administrators, employers,or church leaders.

3. Possession of or candidacy for a high school diploma or GED.

4. A statement of the applicant’s Christian faith.

5. One recent photograph.

6. Official transcripts from all schools attended including high school.

7. Evaluation of personal interview with a team of faculty members.

8. A sense of calling from God for Christian ministry.

9. Regeneration experience and baptism with water.

10. Active and fruitful church participation.

11. Payment of $100.00 application fee.

 

General Education

 

The Bachelor degree in Christian  Education  requires that a minimum of 28 percent of course units be earned in General Education courses. General Education courses include courses in religion, psychology, sociology, philosophy and other fields.

 

Method of Instruction

 

Classes incorporate lectures, instructional work in class, demonstrations, one-on-one tutorials, library research, and comprehensive examinations on the Bible. Except for internships and field trips, all instruction is conducted in a classroom setting.

 

Graduation Requirements

 

The Bachelor’s degree program in Education  requires the completion of a minimum of 120 semester units of credit and the passage of a comprehensive exam. The units can be a combination of transfer credits and completion of course work with a Grade Point Average of C (2.0). At least 25 percent of the completed work must be in general education. As much as 75 percent of the 120 semester units (or 94 semester units) may be satisfied through transfer credit. A minimum of 25 percent of the credits must be completed at Hayfield University. In addition to the course work, to graduate, the student must be examined on his/her knowledge of the Bible by a written examination. To pass, a student must correctly answer a minimum of 100 out of 150 questions (75 from the Old Testament and 75 from the New Testament). Exam Procedure. The student will secure the request form to take the examination and the request shall be submitted 10 days prior to the date of the examination. The examination shall be taken at any regularly scheduled testing period. The student will be allowed to retake the examination as many times as the student wishes.

 

Course Titles and Level

 

All courses are at the Bachelor degree level. Courses are numbered 100 thru 499. Course descriptions are provided separately.

 

Bachelor of Christian  Education Program – Course Titles

 

All undergraduate (Bachelor of Christian  Education  Degree) students are introduced to the theory and practice of Education as Christian ministry and world missionary seeking understanding through a three-way-course sequence.

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• First requirement: General Education course     

• Second requirement: Biblical/Theological Studies, Major Required courses

• Third requirement: Ministerial Professional Studies courses

 

Each course which fulfills this requirement will meet the following learning goal: Students will become familiar with a fundamental grounding in Theology, master enabling skills for autonomous learning and develop a deep understanding in a specific area of theological knowledge and ministry.

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