This program is for those who want to develop skills and methods for engaging in sound and thoughtful interpretation of the Bible for use in ministry or mission settings or as a firm foundation as they pursue a variety of careers in the marketplace. More than any other program at Briercrest College, this one equips students to do biblical research and Bible teaching. It also prepares students for further undergraduate or graduate education, particularly in the fields of biblical studies, theology, and/or divinity.

This program is for those who want to develop skills and methods for engaging in sound and thoughtful interpretation of the Bible for use in ministry or mission settings or as a firm foundation as they pursue a variety of careers in the marketplace. More than any other program at Briercrest College, this one equips students to do biblical research and Bible teaching. It also prepares students for further undergraduate or graduate education, particularly in the fields of biblical studies, theology, and/or divinity.

This program provides a strong liberal arts foundation, biblical and theological grounding, and the skills necessary for success in the marketplace and ministry settings. It is specifically designed to equip students for effective service and leadership in a lay or professional setting by allowing them to tailor their program to include courses in several concentrations of study: pastoral ministry, children’s ministry, youth ministry, women’s ministry, business administration, counselling, global studies, recreation leadership, sports ministry, and worship arts. The program also provides a firm foundation for further study at the graduate or undergraduate level and ultimately seeks to transform lives, the church, and the world through quality classroom and experiential education in a broadly defined academic and ministry training program.

This program is designed to establish a broad foundation for understanding and teaching the Christian faith. It places primary emphasis on the thematic, theological, and doctrinal understanding of scripture, which is combined with studies in arts and science and ministry skills and practice. This program prepares students for ministry at the professional or lay level and for a variety of careers in the marketplace. It also offers a solid foundation for further undergraduate or graduate studies in a variety of fields including theology, religion, teaching, counselling, humanities, pastoral ministry, social sciences, and/or youth ministry.

Youth today are not satisfied with simple answers. They want more than clichés from people who don’t recognize the complexity of their world. The B.A. in Youth Ministry trains students to be specialists equipped to help meet the needs of young people and their families. The program has a solid foundation in Bible and theology courses, a strong emphasis in arts and science courses, and a primary focus on courses that prepare students to help teens deal with the complicated issues they are facing. Throughout the program, students have opportunities to be directly involved in ministering to youth in local churches, local high schools, the Youth Quake retreat, a nearby youth drop-in centre, field education training, internships, and other possibilities. This program is designed to provide students with the character development, spiritual growth, biblical and theological grounding, and skills needed for full-time or lay youth ministry. This program lays a solid foundation for further study at the graduate or undergraduate level, particularly in the areas of youth ministry, biblical studies, theology, social sciences, and/or humanities. Past graduates have pursued many types of careers including youth ministry, teaching, counselling, and social work.

Graduates of this two-year program receive an A.A. in TESOL diploma and a Briercrest TESOL certificate. This program is geared toward those who already have an undergraduate degree in any subject as TESL Canada offers certification only to students with a bachelor's degree. There are also a number of countries that will only grant teaching visas to students with a degree. Therefore, new college students wishing to pursue a career in TESOL are encouraged to pursue the B.A. in Global Studies: TESOL.

Graduates of this four-year program receive a thorough grounding in TESOL as well as Bible and theology, Christian ministry, and arts and social science. This degree program has been carefully designed to offer what we believe to be the very best education and preparation possible for intercultural ministry using English language teaching. Graduates leave with a B.A. degree and a Briercrest TESOL certificate. They will also be eligible to apply for TESL Canada certification.

The social sciences are about human society, both the relationships of individuals within it and to it. Students in the A.A. of Social Sciences take introductory courses in psychology and sociology and have the opportunity to become acquainted with several other humanities disciplines including English literature, fine arts, history, language, and philosophy. The A.A. in Social Sciences allows students to maximize university-transferable credits in a setting that encourages them to think seriously about the relation between biblical and theological studies and the social sciences. This degree helps students build a solid foundation in preparation for life and service. Students who find the social sciences captivating begin on a course of lifelong love for learning.

The humanities are about people, culture, and ideas. The B.A. in Humanities ensures that students are initiated into the rich cultural legacy we share as human beings. Since a B.A. in Humanities is interdisciplinary and multicultural, students learn not only about their place in this heritage, but also how they can relate to others who may not share it. The B.A. in Humanities offers a significant biblical and theological basis from which to engage this legacy as well as an opportunity to minor in a classic humanities discipline including philosophy, history, English literature, and psychology.

Briercrest’s Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration is designed to provide you with the skills and abilities you need to excel in today’s business world as a Christian. You’ll not only learn skills like accounting, administration, finance, human resource management, and marketing, but also about theology, Christian ministry, and the arts and sciences. You’ll be able to live out your faith thoughtfully, communicate clearly and persuasively, and develop imaginative approaches to business.

This degree is designed to provide preparation for students interested in careers and ministry of a cross-cultural nature. The program draws on the fields of Bible and theology, arts and science, and Christian ministry in order to introduce students to a critical understanding of the challenges of living and working in a part of the world other than their own. The B.A. program provides not only a theoretical foundation in theology and the social sciences, but also the opportunity for practical engagement in cross-cultural work and ministry through a full semester internship. Students learn how to understand the complex dynamics at work in a society other than their own and to communicate the gospel of Christ humbly and effectively across cultural boundaries.

The B.A. in Music is designed for those who are naturally gifted in the arts (music, drama, etc.) and who desire to develop their gifts for God’s glory while studying from a broad selection of courses in Bible and theology, Christian ministry, and arts and science. This unique program has three options—worship leadership, technology, and performance. Successful graduates gain a breadth of learning that allows for a wide array of ministry, career, and academic choices. This program lays a solid foundation for further study at the graduate or undergraduate level, particularly in the areas of music, biblical studies, theology, and/or humanities.