Bachelor Degree Program
The main purpose of the Bachelor of Religious Studies (B.R.S.) program is to equip you with in-depth knowledge of the Bible. It is the preparation and foundation for more advanced degrees.
The main purpose of the Bachelor of Religious Studies (B.R.S.) program is to equip you with in-depth knowledge of the Bible. It is the preparation and foundation for more advanced degrees.
The Bachelor of Religious Studies (B.R.S.) requires 120-semester hour credits. A minimum of thirty (30) of these must be taken with NU. A minimum of 60 credits shall be drawn from the category of religion, philosophy or worldview, counseling, and courses that address ministry, worship, biblical languages, and biblical exegesis. For the calculation of religious studies credit, all courses taken at NU can be counted. The student will also complete a Bible knowledge test and a self-evaluated spiritual inventory at the beginning and end of the program. Additionally, a minimum of 30 General Education credits must be in the following disciplines: arts and humanities, communications, English, mathematics, natural science, and social science.
After going through this program, you will be able to confidently defend and teach the Bible. You will gain a deeper understanding of scripture and develop your ability to think critically about ethical, philosophical, and theological issues. For those who wish to pursue careers in ministry, religious education, or other leadership roles within ministry, the degree offers practical training and a strong theological background.
Admission to the B.R.S. program requires the following:
Program Learning Outcomes
The Bachelor of Religious Studies program imparts a general foundation in the biblical and theological disciplines. Distinctively, the outcomes of the B.R.S. program are to prepare graduates who,
Specific Learning Objectives
The Program Learning Outcomes above are achieved by focusing on important learning objectives that are taught and reinforced throughout the various courses. Many of these objectives are addressed in the C.B.S. program but are reinforced and further developed in the B.R.S. program. Students completing a B.R.S. degree will
The projected completion time for the B.R.S. degree is 4 years. The cost for students who reside in the 35 developed countries listed under Financial Information is a one-time $25 registration fee and a tuition charge of $450 per quarter. Tuition and fees are guaranteed for only two (2) years. Allowing for a modest increase in tuition, students residing in one of the 35 developed nations may expect to pay $8,125 if they present no transfer credit and complete the B.R.S. within 48 months or $13,750 if they extend their studies over 72 months. Textbooks and other resources are available online in an electronic format, without cost to the student. Any purchase of hard-copy books is totally optional.
Students normally complete degree requirements in effect when they are officially admitted unless completion comes after seven years from initial admission. Course requirements may be adjusted at any time. The requirements are displayed in the curriculum assigned to their username and in older editions of the NU Catalog. These students may opt to complete their degree under the current requirements upon request.
| ONOS | Orientation to NationsUniversity Online Study (non-credit) |
| BRS 100 | A Search for Spirituality |
| BRS 121 | The Hebrew Scriptures |
| BRS 122 | The Greek Scriptures |
| BRS 123 | Theology of the Hebrew Scriptures |
| BRS 124 | Theology of the Greek Scriptures |
| BRS 125 | Exegesis of the Hebrew Scriptures |
| BRS 126 | Exegesis of the Greek Scriptures |
This section consists of 39 hours of additional religious credits. Of these 39 hours of credit, 18 credit hours must be fulfilled with the following coursework that may be completed at NationsUniversity or be met by transfer credits specific to the following courses.
| BRS 313 | The Church of the First Five Decades |
| BRS 431 or 432 | Exegesis Torah & Prophets or Exegesis Job, Ruth, & Chronicles |
| BRS 433 or 434 | New Testament Exegesis I, II |
| BRS 443 | Ministry |
| BRS 444 | Worship |
| One of the following three: | |
| Hum 230 | Worldview |
| BRS 401 | Comparative Religion: Eastern |
| BRS 424 | Comparative Religion: Abrahamic Faiths |
The remaining 21 credit hours of coursework may be fulfilled with any religious coursework from NationsUniversity or by transfer credit from another accredited institution.
General Electives comprised of 30 credit hours of any coursework. The hours may be fulfilled using courses from NationsUniversity or by transfer credit from another accredited institution.
General education, 30 credit hours, selected from course offerings or by transfer credit from another accredited institution.
In addition to all course requirements listed above, the student must complete four proctored comprehensive exams. Arrangements for the proctored exams will be made with the student’s advisor.
For additional graduation requirements, see the Academic Catalog & Student Handbook.
NationsUniversity cannot guarantee that NationsUniversity credits will be accepted for transfer by other institutions. The final judgment in accepting NationsUniversity credits is the sole responsibility of the receiving institution.
Read the Academic Catalog & Student Handbook for additional requirements and information on the Bachelor of Religious Studies program.
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