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The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies Program provides an opportunity for those who are seeking a solid foundation in the study of religion an opportunity to obtain an accredited Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Studies through distance learning. The program curriculum provides a strong core of biblical, theological, and pastoral courses reinforced by a strong liberal arts foundation. The program is designed to sharpen the skills of students already in ministry, to prepare students for advanced studies, especially in religious education and theology, and to broaden their options in the careers that put a premium on an informed religious consciousness. Students are prepared for a variety of careers in fields such as law, medicine, government, and business.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CSOO 126 | Understanding HU Culture | 3 |
| ENGO 101 | Written Communications I | 3 |
| ENGO 102 | Written Communication II | 3 |
| COMO 103 | Oral Communications | 3 |
| BIOO101 | Nature and Life | 3 |
| HISO 106 | World Civilizations II | 3 |
| MATO 110 | College Math 110 | 3 |
| PSYO 203 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| RELO 111 | Old Testament I | 3 |
| RELO 112 | Old Testament II | 3 |
| RELO 200 | Introduction to Religious Studies | 3 |
| Subtotal | 33 hrs. |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SOCO 205 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| HISO 107 | Survey of African American History | 3 |
| HUMO 201 | Seminar in Humanities | 3 |
| RELO 211 | New Testament I | 3 |
| RELO 212 | New Testament II | 3 |
| RELO 201 | Prophetic Books | 3 |
| RELO 202 | Life and Teachings of Jesus | 3 |
| RELO 203 | Islam | 3 |
| RELO 205 | Other Religious Traditions | 3 |
| RELO 310 | Judeo-Christian Heritage | 3 |
| Subtotal | 30 hrs |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PHIO 210 | Logic and the Scientific Method | 3 |
| PHIO 301 | Contemporary Moral Problems | 3 |
| PHIO 304 | Ethics | 3 |
| PHIO 305 | Ethics and Leadership | 3 |
| RELO 104 | Public Speaking Fundamentals (Homiletics) | 3 |
| RELO 204 | Pentecostalism | 3 |
| RELO 205 | Other Religious Traditions | 3 |
| RELO 305 | Biblical Exegesis | 3 |
| RELO 309 | American Religious Traditions | 3 |
| RELO 321 | African American Religion in Historical Perspective | 3 |
| Subtotal | 30 hrs. |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HEAO 411 | Health and Aging | 3 |
| RELO 401 | Introduction to Theology | 3 |
| RELO 450 | Introduction to Pastoral Care and Counseling | 3 |
| RELO 451 | Pastoral Limits and Authority | 3 |
| * | FREN 101-102; SPAN 101-102; HEBW 101-102, GREK 101-102 | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Subtotal | 27 hrs. |
All Undergraduate Supplemental Items may be uploaded directly to your application. However, if you wish to send official transcripts, you can send them to:
Hampton U Online
Attn: HUO Undergraduate Admissions
PO Box 6227
Hampton, Virginia 23668
Official Transcripts sent through a transcript network may be sent to hutranscripts@hamptonu.edu
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