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Associate of Arts Pre-University

Associate of Arts Pre-University

Associate of Arts Pre-University

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Advisor: Arlene Friesen, MTS

Biblical foundations and worldview formation for university directed students.

The pre-university program is intended for students following God’s call to engage the world through academics. The program informs students with a biblical-theological worldview, skills preparing for ministry, and courses transferring to university. Students will discover how their Christian faith integrates with future studies in university.

Jasmin's Story

"I love SBC! First of all, whenever I come back to SBC I feel like I’m at home: because of the people here and because of the professors. They don’t only teach you the Bible, but they also live it out for you.

I’m planning to be a social worker. I see Jesus as the number one social worker because his love was all about helping the poor, being there for the widows, orphans and those who don’t have anyone. I see that affecting me in a lot of ways. Because when I live like Jesus did I will make a good social worker.

Something I learned about God that is new to me is that my identity is in God, not in what I do or how I look or where I go. It is something that I always knew, but it is something that in my first year of school, that was what defined me. That’s the greatest thing that I’ve learned here and take into my life and live out.

SBC helped me to grow in my faith, it was a good place for me to learn more about God. [At SBC] the professors care about us. We’re not just a number or a face, they care about us individually. They care about our grades and how we’re doing in our spiritual life.

Highlight: I got a passion for the Bible: for reading it. Before then it was just another book you ought to read if you want to go to church. Now it is a part of my life. I love reading it, I have a passion for it, I love exploring it and now I want to take all the Bible courses that I can. It’s been an amazing journey."

Career & Ministry Opportunities

Graduates pursue further education at Christian universities or colleges, or at the University of Manitoba and other universities. Career paths have included social work, business, education, engineering, health care, and law.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the biblical and theological foundations for a Christian worldview.
  • Understand people, cultures, and ideas through the humanities, social sciences, and general studies.
  • Develop critical thinking, researching, writing, and communication skills to prepare for university academics.
  • Demonstrate understanding and skills for effective interpersonal and intercultural relationships.

Program Requirements

Year One: Engage

Biblical & Theological Studies (12 credits)
BI105 Biblical Interpretation
BI111 Introduction to the Bible: Old Testament
BI121 Introduction to the Bible: New Testament
TH231 Christian Theology
Arts & Sciences (15 credits)
- Arts & Sciences Elective
HU22- Christian History Elective
- Communications Elective
HU- Humanities Elective
- Social Sciences Elective
Professional Studies (3 credits)
CM101 Ministry 1: Introduction to Ministry
- Service Learning (2 units)

Year Two: Establish

Biblical & Theological Studies (6 credits)
BI221 Life and Teachings of Jesus
BI/TH- Bible/Theology Elective
Arts & Sciences (15 credits)
EN111 English Literature and Composition I
HU222 Anabaptist History
HU272 Ethics
- Integrative Studies
- Social Sciences Elective
Professional Studies (9 credits)
CM201 Ministry 2: Intercultural Ministry
- Open Electives
- Service Learning (2 units)
Total Requirements (60 credits)

Course is available to be taken online.