The Bachelor of Science in Bible/Theology and Music Ministry
The Bachelor of Science in Bible/Theology and Music Ministry is a four-year program designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the Bible and equip them for effective music ministry. The program includes intensive study in three academic areas: Bible and theology, general education, and music ministry. Program Director: Miss Elisa Cooper.
Program Outcomes
In addition to meeting the Biblical Studies major outcomes, the student will:
1. Demonstrate understanding of the biblical foundations for and historical practices of the use of music in the church.
2. Demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge and experience into the development of a biblical philosophy of music.
3. Demonstrate the ability to hear, identify, and work conceptually with the elements of music-rhythm, melody, harmony, and structure.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of style periods, genres, composers, and a wide selection of literature in the historical development of Western European art music.
5. Evidence continuing development of effective music performance skills.
6. Demonstrate effective skills in music ministry through a practicum experience.
Program Admission Requirements
1. Complete Music Information Profile and audition with the music faculty (by May 1 prior to fall registration).
2. Music faculty will review the application and audition, and their initial decision will be communicated to the student by means of a formal letter.
3. Complete freshman year at Emmaus with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
4. Successfully complete MUS 110 Music Theory/Sight Singing/Ear Training 1 and two semesters of applied music with successful performance in recitals each semester.
5. Prior to the sophomore year, declare a major in Bible and Theology and Music Ministry.
6. At the beginning of the sophomore year, apply for entrance into the Music Ministry program. The application procedure includes completion of a formal application and self-evaluation.
7. Meet with the music department faculty to discuss the self-evaluation document and goals at this stage of musical development.
8. Pay all applicable fees for this major as determined by the Business office and published in the annual statement of fees.
Music Ministry Degree Requirements
1. Complete a minimum of 132.5 semester credit hours.
2. A 2.0 cumulative grade point average and a passing grade in all required courses.
3. Achieve a minimum of a C in all music coursework.
4. At least 67 semester credit hours must be earned at Emmaus.
5. Complete the general graduation requirements listed in the Academic Life section of the catalog.
6. Meet course requirements in the following areas:
Bible and Theology (39 credits)
Old Testament Survey 1 (BT 102)
Old Testament Survey 2 (BT 104)
New Testament Survey (BT 106)
Christian Life & Bible Study Methods (BT 110)
Survey of Doctrine (BT 151)
Hermeneutics (BT 250)
Theology 1 (BT 205)
Theology 2 (BT 210)
Theology 3 (BT 305)
Theology 4 (BT 310)
Bible/Theology Electives
Intercultural Studies (3 credits)
Missions and Evangelism 1* (ICS 104)
Inter-Area Studies (4.5 credits)
Transitions Seminar (IAS 101)
Spiritual Formation/Christian Service Learning (IAS 102/3-402/3)
Chapel Attendance (IAS 104/5-404/5)
Senior Seminar (IAS 410)
Music Ministry (46 credits)
Applied Music
Vocal/Instrumental Ensemble
Music Fundamentals** (MUS 010)
Music Theory/SS/ET 1 (MUS 110)
Music Theory/SS/ET 2 (MUS 210)
Music Theory/SS/ET 3 (MUS 310)
Music Theory/SS/ET 4 (MUS 410)
Music History 1 (MUS 273)
Music History 2 (MUS 373)
Foundations of Church Music (MUS 250)
Principles and Methods of Music Ministry (MUS 255)
Conducting 1 (MUS 365)
Music Electives Music Ministry Practicum (MUS 455)
Keyboard Skills** (MUS 328)
Concert Attendance (MUS 235/6-435/6)
Humanities (15 credits)
Fundamentals of Speech (COM 112)
English Composition (ENG 101)
Introduction to Literature (ENG 102)
Introduction to Philosophy: Christian Worldview* (PH 106)
Survey of Music History (MUS 173)
Social Sciences (15 credits)
Fundamental Computer Literacy (CS 101)
Western Civilization 2 (HIS 132)
Church History (HIS 376)
Social Science Electives
Natural Sciences (10 credits)
Introduction to Human Biology (SCI 241)
Introduction to Human Biology Lab (SCI 242)
Math Elective
Math or Science Elective
*meets Bible-Related requirement
**or demonstrated proficiency
Award: Bachelor of Science
Music Ministry Optional Performance Track
Requirements for Piano Emphasis:
1. A minimum of six (6) semesters of 2 credit (1 hour) lessons
2. Solo Senior Recital (in addition to department recitals each semester)
3. Accompany a performing group for one year (for credit; can meet a performing
group requirement)
4. Accompany at least one voice student each semester for six (6) semesters
5. MUS 471 Piano Pedagogy
6. MUS 383 Piano Literature
Requirements for Vocal Emphasis:
1. A minimum of six (6) semesters of 2 credit (1 hour) lessons
2. Solo Senior Recital (in addition to department recitals each semester)
3. MUS470 Vocal Pedagogy
4. MUS 385 Diction and Song Literature