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Bachelor of Arts in Christian Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care

Undergraduate training for spiritual care, counselling and chaplaincy work.

school120 semester credits schedule3 years (online) languageOnline

Programme overview

This degree develops compassionate pastoral ministers who can serve in chaplaincy, counselling and church care ministries with maturity and insight.

What you'll gain

check_circle A Christ-centred academic foundation in your field
check_circle Practical skills you can apply immediately in ministry or work
check_circle Mentorship from experienced, global faculty
check_circle A clearly documented programme with published semester credits

Credit structure

Component Semester credits

General Education

English composition, humanities, history, social sciences, mathematics, natural sciences, communication, languages

 45

Christian Major

Core theological and ministry courses

 45

Supporting Subjects

Related discipline and method courses

 18

Electives & Capstone

Elective courses and final capstone project

 12
Total 120

Total programme requirement: 120 US semester credit hours. Normal duration: four academic years full-time or equivalent part-time. Delivery: Online. General education: 45 semester credits. Major and related requirements: 75 semester credits.

One semester credit equals at least 15 hours of instruction plus preparation, or an equivalent amount of properly planned and assessed online learning. Read our credit-hour policy.

Curriculum & modules

Bachelor of Arts in Christian Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care 12 modules expand_more

  • Introduction to Biblical Studies

    Introduction to Biblical Studies

  • Christian Theology and Doctrine

    Christian Theology and Doctrine

  • Church History and Tradition

    Church History and Tradition

  • Hermeneutics and Scripture

    Hermeneutics and Scripture

  • Foundations of Christian Ministry

    Foundations of Christian Ministry

  • Spiritual Formation and Discipleship

    Spiritual Formation and Discipleship

  • Pastoral Theology and Care

    Pastoral Theology and Care

  • Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care

    Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care

  • Pastoral Counselling

    Pastoral Counselling

  • Christian Leadership Principles

    Christian Leadership Principles

  • Christian Ethics and Morality

    Christian Ethics and Morality

  • Advanced Theological Studies

    Advanced Theological Studies

Entry requirements

  • task_alt Completion of secondary / high-school education, or an equivalent qualification.
  • task_alt Alternatively, relevant ministry, leadership or work experience — assessed case by case.
  • task_alt A short personal statement outlining your calling and goals.
  • task_alt Working proficiency in English (the language of instruction).

Unsure if you qualify? Talk to admissions — we assess experience as well as qualifications.

Where this can take you

trending_up Pastoral ministry & church leadership
trending_up Chaplaincy — hospital, prison or education
trending_up Missions & cross-cultural work
trending_up Theological teaching & training
trending_up Christian writing, media & discipleship

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