While it is our intention to offer the courses listed, changes are sometimes necessary.
A minimum of 12 credit hours must be maintained throughout the semester, and are included in the cost of the program. If you enroll in more than 12 credit hours, you will be charged for those hours.
The following courses are required: BOLD 3005 and HUM 2730. Successful completion of a second Bible course during a full semester International Program will permit a student to apply this course to the Bible requirement for a future semester, provided that the second Bible class is taught by a College of Bible and Ministry instructor. The student may apply this benefit in the future semester of their choice.
BOLD 3005 - Lord and Land (2 or 3) David Gardner: REQUIRED. This course examines the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, introducing students to relevant historical, geographical and cultural backgrounds, Old Testament theology, biblical exegesis and applications to contemporary contexts. As part of the curriculum for International Programs at 萌妹社区, this course surveys the Hebrew Bible through the visual/virtual exploration of the land of Israel. This course is offered to sophomore students in study abroad (IP) programs for 2 credit hours and satisfies the requirement for either BOLD 2010 or BOLD 2030 in the Liberal Arts program. Upperclassman may take this course for 2 or 3 credit hours (even if they have already received credit for BOLD 2010 or BOLD 2030).
BDOC 3080 – Theology of Beauty (2-3) David Gardner: This course explores the nature of beauty and its relationship to Christian theology. Through classes, discussion, tours, and projects, students will explore beauty’s relationship to God and humans as God’s creative image bearers.
HUM 2730 - World Civilization/Humanities (3 or 6) Lauren Knight: REQUIRED. An integration of the disciplines of art, drama, history, literature, music, philosophy, religion and science, and their influence in shaping ideas and values in the selected area of the world. The course content will reflect the context in which it will be taught. Required of all students participating in an international program. May count for 3 or 6 hours selected from the following: ART 1010, THEA 1010, ENG 2010 or ENG 2020, HIST 2100 or HIST 2110, MUS 1010-1015, or global perspectives. This course may be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 12 hours, provided the course is taken at different locations.
This course may not be taken as a repeat for a completed liberal arts course or to satisfy an additional liberal arts requirement. Determine how you intend to apply the credits, then enroll in the appropriate number of hours. (Example: Student wants credit for ENG 2010 and MUS 1010; therefore, will enroll in 6 credit hours.) Credit may not be increased after the semester begins. Prior to the semester abroad, students must apply the credits to the appropriate course(s).
HUM 2010 - International Studies (1-3) Lauren Knight: Preparation for international experience in living and studying abroad. Enhancement in cultural sensitivity and practical matters of survival in a different cultural setting. Approximately 30 hours of classroom instruction. Research on the host country. Fulfills 1-3 credits of the 6 hours required for Global Perspectives.
COMM 1010 – Communication Principles (3) Travis McNeal: Instruction and practice in the theory and skills of public and interpersonal communication. Research, organization and delivery of speeches. Development of critical listening skills for evaluative purposes. Emphasis on nonverbal, small group and multicultural communication in a digitally connected world.
PSY 2010 - General Psychology (3) Travis McNeal: An introduction to the field of psychology which serves as a prerequisite to all higher-level courses in psychology. Topics such as learning, consciousness, memory, cognition, human development, social behavior, motives and emotions, neurobiology, and personality and psychopathology are discussed.
ECON 2010 - Macroeconomics (3) Tyler Knight: The overall workings of the economy and its major subdivisions; our economic system, business cycles, money and banking, national income accounts and stabilization policy.
BUS 2510 – Personal Finance for College Students (1) Tyler Knight: An overview of key and essential elements of personal finance that a college student needs to understand even before they leave college. This seminar course is designed to familiarize the student with issues of personal finances that will have long-lasting benefits once the student graduates. All six modules are intricately tied to the Biblical concept of stewardship.
*Students may enroll in online courses offered through 萌妹社区's Searcy campus.
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