


Degree Programs
Bachelor’s Degree Program
Bachelor in Theology (4 years program- 120 units)
General Description
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 in Theology 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 in Theology graduates are able to demonstrate an adequate background to pursue advanced degrees geared to professional Christian ministry and world missions.
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Bachelor in Theology graduates are able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of scripture,a thorough knowledge of Biblical Theology, Systematic Theology, Church History, Practical Theology, and Missiology.
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Bachelor in Theology students achieve the planned goals and outcomes for the institution and the program.
Admissions Requirements
The criteria for entrance to the Bachelor of Arts in Theology degree in Theology are:
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Completion of Application Form for Admission.
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Three letters of recommendation from faculty, counselors, school administrators, employers,or church leaders.
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Possession of or candidacy for a high school diploma or GED.
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A statement of the applicant’s Christian faith.
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One recent photograph.
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Official transcripts from all schools attended including high school.
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Evaluation of personal interview with a team of faculty members.
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A sense of calling from God for Christian ministry.
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Regeneration experience and baptism with water.
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Active and fruitful church participation.
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Payment of $100.00 application fee.
General Education
The Bachelor degree in Theology 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 Theology 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 126 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 in Theology Program – Course Sequence
All undergraduate (Bachelor in Theology Degree) students are introduced to the theory and practice of Theology as Christian ministry and world missionary seeking understanding through a three-way-course sequence.
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First requirement: General Education course
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Second requirement: Biblical/Theological Studies, Major Required courses
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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.
Degree | General Education | Major Required | Professional Studies | Free Elective | Total Units | Exam |
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Curriculum of Bachelor in Theology Degree Program and the Suggested Course Sequence as following. This Suggested Course Sequence is a potential plan for how to complete the major within four years.
Bachelor in Theology Curriculum
Biblical/Theological Studies-36 Credit hours Required
NTE 101 Introduction to the New Testament
NTE 102 New Testament History
NTE 104 Synoptic Gospel
NTE 105 Pauline Epistles I
NTE 110 Pauline Epistles I
OTE101 Introduction to the Old Testament
OTE 202 Old Testament History
OTE 205 Pentateuch
OTE 115 Introduction to the O.T. Prophets
OTE 215 Minor Prophets
THE 201 Systematic Theology I
THE 202 Systematic Theology II
Total 120 Credit hours
Professional Studies-24 Credit hours Required
ED 115 Introduction to Christian Education
ED 215 Church Administration
PRA 310 Homiletics
PRA 312 Introduction to Missions
PRA 313 Evangelism
CHMN 401 Small Group and Discipleship
LEAD 401 Christian Leadershi
COUN 420 Christian Counseling
Total 120 Credit hours
General Studies-36 Credit hours Required
ENG 100 English Composition
ENG 101 Intro. to Writing and Research
ENG 201 Introduction to Literature
GE 101 Intermediate Computer Skills
GE 102 Introduction to Philosophy
GE 103 Introduction to Sociology
GE 104 Speech Communication
GE 105 Basic Mathematics
GE 205 Biblical Archeology
HIS 215 History of World Religions
GE 306 Introduction to Psychology
GE 307 Physical Science (Health Care)
Total 120 Credit hours
Electives-24 Credit hours
Total 120 Credit hours
Note: Three (3) credit hours of each course. Course Number Reference:
Level 100 - 400 for Bachelor in Theology degree courses;
The Number of Hours Required and Suggested
Course Sequence
by Semester and Year
Required General Studies
Biblical/Theological Studies
Professional Studies
Sub-total
Electives
Grand Total
ENG 101 Introduction to Writing and Research
GE 102 Introduction to Philosophy
NTE 102 New Testament History
ED 215 Church Administration
12 units
3 units
15 units
ENG 100 English Composition GE 101 101 Intermediate Computer Skills
NTE 101 Introduction to the New Testament
ED 115 Introduction toChristian Education
12 units
3 units
15 units
1 st Year (30 units)
Semester | Fall | Spring |
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2 st Year (30 units)
Required General Studies
Biblical/Theological Studies
Professional Studies
Sub-total
Electives
Grand Total
ENG 201 Introduction to Literature
GE 103 Introduction to Sociology
NTE 104 Synoptic Gospel
PRA 310 Homiletics
12 units
3 units
15 units
GE 104 Speech Communication
GE 105 Basic Mathematics
NTE 105 Pauline Epistles I
PRA 312 Introduction to Missions
12 units
3 units
15 units
Semester | Fall | Spring |
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3 st Year (30 units)
Required General Studies
Biblical/Theological Studies
Professional Studies
Sub-total
Electives
Grand Total
GE 205 Biblical Archeology
HIS 215 History of World Religions
NTE 110 Pauline Epistles II
PRA 313 Evangelism
12 units
3 units
15 units
GE 306 Introduction to Psychology
GE 307 Physical Science
OTE101 Introduction to the Old Testament
CHMN401Small Group and Discipleship
12 units
3 units
15 units
Semester | Fall | Spring |
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4 st Year (30 units)
Required General Studies
Biblical/Theological Studies
Professional Studies
OTE 202 Old Testament History
OTE 205 Pentateuch
OTE 115 Introduction to the O.T. Prophets
LEAD401Christian Leadership
OTE 215 Minor Prophets
THE 201 Systematic Theology I
THE 202 Systematic Theology II
COUN420Christian Counseling
Semester | Fall | Spring |
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