Arizona Christian University

Biblical and Theological Studies

A major offering a contemporary, academic study of the Bible using the literal-grammatical-historical method of interpretation. Courses provide foundational knowledge of the Old and New Testament as a basis for well-reasoned theological principles and personal application, and students develop an understanding of other worldviews, religions, and contemporary issues.

Biblical Studies

Ideal for church lay leaders, elders, and ministers without formal training, this certificate provides a foundational biblical education through six courses that may be completed online, on campus, or in combination, and may be applied toward an undergraduate degree.

Biblical Studies

An associate degree providing a foundational biblical education, consisting of the required CORE: Christian liberal arts courses and Bible courses foundational to a Christian education, with ample opportunity for elective courses.

Biology

A major spanning the disciplines of biology, zoology, and botany, developing students who are professionally competent, become lifelong learners, and are able to share their faith. To be accepted as a biology major, students must have an overall GPA of 3.0.

Business Administration

Designed to provide business training for various entry-level positions in business, including an introduction to business, management, marketing, and economics.

Business Administration

Designed for individuals who want to serve companies and nonprofit organizations in leadership roles, developing business skills such as planning, leadership, marketing, and interpreting financial results through the framework of a Christian worldview.

Child Development

A major focused on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the delivery of child life and child advocacy services, including instruction in child and adolescent development, parent-child relations, family structure, trauma, and play therapy, with practicum experiences.

Christian Ministries

Designed for students who desire to minister in the local church or in church-related ministries. The major core includes the philosophical and theological bases of ministry and focuses on the practical aspects of putting theory into practice in the real world.

Communication

A major exploring today's mediated world and how the Christian faith can inform one's response. Students learn speaking, research, writing, and multimedia production skills, along with ethical decision-making in professional communication contexts, and complete internships related to their interests.

Early Childhood Education

An associate of science degree in Early Childhood, consisting of the required CORE: Christian liberal arts courses and Bible courses foundational to a Christian education, with ample opportunity for elective courses providing flexibility for students.

Elementary Education

Trains students in the art and science of teaching children in first through eighth grades while deepening knowledge of the field of education. Students may pursue an Arizona teaching certificate through the certified track, which culminates in a student teaching capstone semester.

English

A major offering students the opportunity to explore the history of the written word and practice its present applications through a Christian worldview, covering major authors, cultural themes, literary genres, and advanced writing skills.

Exercise Physiology and Human Performance

Provides a comprehensive understanding of the human body's response to physical activity and exercise, combining biology, physiology, and kinesiology to explore how the body's systems function and adapt to exercise.

Family Studies

Prepares students to serve as family life educators and to pursue advanced degrees in social work, family studies, and marriage and family therapy. Graduates receive provisional certification as family life educators (CFLE) from the National Council on Family Relations.

General Studies

An associate of arts degree in General Studies, consisting of the required CORE: Christian liberal arts courses and Bible courses foundational to a Christian education, with ample opportunity for elective courses.

Interdisciplinary Studies (BA)

Presents the opportunity for students to work with their academic advisors to design a course of study to meet their specific vocational and educational goals, completing four IDS core courses and choosing two areas of study from ACU's minors plus a series of elective courses.

Interdisciplinary Studies (BS)

Presents the opportunity for students to work with their academic advisors to design a course of study to meet their specific vocational and educational goals, completing four IDS core courses and choosing two areas of study from ACU's minors plus a series of elective courses.

Music

A biblically integrated music education preparing students for ministry and professional occupations. All music majors acquire core skills in music theory, ear training, piano, music history, and music technology, and the major offers emphases such as instrumental performance, piano performance, songwriting, and vocal performance.

Music Education

Prepares students for careers teaching K-12 band, choir, and general music in public, private, and community settings. The four-year degree leads to Arizona teacher certification, with practical teaching experience through supervised fieldwork and student teaching in K-12 classrooms.

Organizational Leadership

Students analyze and integrate personal, organizational, and global realities into a holistic view of leadership and learn to lead collaboratively to accomplish desired outcomes, becoming ethical decision makers, effective communicators, critical thinkers, and prepared managers.

Political Science

Equips students for Christian influence through the study of political ideas, government institutions, and the importance of faith in the public square, developing a biblical worldview understanding of government and practical skills for influence.

Psychology

Emphasizes preparing students for graduate school through broad exposure to current trends and practical research experience, teaching students to use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena and evaluate theories in light of a biblical worldview.

Secondary Education

Trains students in the art and science of teaching middle school and high school students while deepening knowledge of the field of education. Students demonstrate pedagogical proficiency and proficiency in a selected content area and may pursue Arizona teacher certification.

Sport Management

The interdisciplinary study of the management and administration of sport-related organizations and activities, developing conceptual, managerial, interpersonal, technical, and practical skills for a variety of sport-related careers.