Associate of Arts Pre-University
On Campus
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
After a brief historical overview of the interpretation of the Bible in the Church, the key principles of interpretation are studied through their application to a variety of biblical texts. The course is designed to prepare students for exegesis courses as well as giving them the tools for doing inductive Bible interpretation. (3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2020-2021 Semester 1 (Sep 14, 2020)
- 2021-2022 Summer (May 3, 2021)
- 2021-2022 Summer (May 3, 2021)
- 2021-2022 Summer (May 3, 2021)
- 2022-2023 Summer (May 2, 2022)
- 2023-2024 Summer Online (May 8, 2023)
- 2024-2025 Summer (May 6, 2024)
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BI111
Introduction to the Bible: Old Testament
An introductory study of the historical and geographical background of the Old Testament and an overview of major themes developed within the various sections of the Old Testament. (3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2020-2021 Semester 1 (Sep 14, 2020)
- 2021-2022 Semester 1 (Sep 13, 2021)
- 2022-2023 Semester 1 (Sep 12, 2022)
- 2023-2024 Semester 1 (Sep 11, 2023)
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BI121
Introduction to the Bible: New Testament
An introductory study of the historical and cultural background of the New Testament and an overview of major emphases of each book within the New Testament. (3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2019-2020 Summer (May 4, 2020)
- 2020-2021 Semester 2 (Jan 11, 2021)
- 2021-2022 Semester 2 (Jan 10, 2022)
- 2022-2023 Semester 2 (Jan 16, 2023)
- 2023-2024 Semester 2 (Jan 15, 2024)
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TH231
Christian Theology
An introduction to Christian theology through its disciplines, conversations, and applications to ministry. Reflection on major Christian doctrines including God, creation, sin, Scripture, Jesus Christ, salvation, the Holy Spirit, the Church, and last things. (3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2019-2020 Semester 2 (Jan 6, 2020)
- 2019-2020 Summer (May 4, 2020)
- 2022-2023 Semester 2 (Jan 16, 2023)
- 2023-2024 Semester 1 (Sep 11, 2023)
- 2024-2025 Summer (May 6, 2024)
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Arts & Sciences (15 credits)
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Arts & Sciences Elective
Choose from the following course categories:
EN/FA/HU/MA/SC/SS (3 credits)
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HU22-
Christian History Elective
Choose from the following courses:
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HU225
Christian History I: Early-1650
A study of the historical development of catholic Christianity primarily in the Mediterranean and Europe, from the first century to the Reformations. Emphasis on churches, discipleship, theology, institutions, culture, traditions, conflicts, and renewals. (3 credits)
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HU226
Christian History: 1650-present
A study of the historical development of Christianity in Europe, North America, and globally from the Enlightenment to the present. Emphasis on the expansion and adaptation of Christianity through engagement with cultures, renewals, and missions, resulting in the global Church today. (3 credits)
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HU221
Christian History
This course will explore the important questions and issues the Church has faced from the time of Christ to the present. By listening to the historic Christian community, students will develop a foundation for faithfully representing the Church’s worship, discipleship, and mission today. (3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2021-2022 Semester 1 (Sep 13, 2021)
- 2022-2023 Semester 1 (Sep 12, 2022)
- 2023-2024 Summer Online (May 8, 2023)
- 2023-2024 Semester 2 (Jan 15, 2024)
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HU228
History of Christian Worship
(3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2019-2020 Semester 2 (Jan 6, 2020)
- 2020-2021 Semester 2 (Jan 11, 2021)
- 2022-2023 Semester 2 (Jan 16, 2023)
- 2023-2024 Semester 1 (Sep 11, 2023)
- 2024-2025 Summer (May 6, 2024)
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Communications Elective
Choose from the following courses:
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EN111
English Literature and Composition I
An introduction to the critical analysis of English Literature in the genres of novel, short story and poetry. This course will focus on two objectives: to develop skills in becoming a thoughtful, analytical reader and a clear, articulate writer. (3 credits)
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EN212
English Literature: Faith and Fiction
This course is an introduction to the critical analysis of English Literature selected from the genres of novel, short story, and poetry. This course focuses on two objectives: to develop skills in becoming a thoughtful, analytical reader, and a clear, articulate writer in response to literature written from a Christian faith perspective. (3 credits)
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FA271
Christianity and Imagination
A survey of the arts in the western world and a study of the relationship between Christians and culture. The course will provide students with a perceptual framework for evaluating various artistic traditions such as painting, sculpture, architecture, film, theatre, literature, music and dance. Class work will involve interaction with representative works. (3 credits)
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HU202
Art of Persuasion
This course will provide a space of learning where students will unbox some of the styles and techniques of rhetoric used to convince and persuade people in order that they may understand and interpret the world around them, and in the process, become better at communicating their own ideas and convictions. (3 credits)
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WA222
Drama Production
Students, under the direction of the drama faculty, rehearse and present a major drama. This class is responsible for all aspects of the drama, such as acting, props and set. (3 credits)
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HU-
Humanities Elective
Choose from the following courses: (3 credits)
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Social Sciences Elective
Choose from the following courses:
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SS201
Introduction to Psychology
An introduction to the principles, methods, language and major topics of the science of behaviour. Areas to be examined are biological foundations of behaviour, perception, learning, motivation, and emotions. (3 credits)
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SS223
Interpersonal Processes
This course helps develop the skills to communicate effectively in interpersonal, group, and intercultural contexts, and to learn to approach conflict in transformative ways. (3 credits)
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SS203
Human Development
A basic overview of the human life cycle from conception to death with attention given to physical, emotional, social, cognitive and moral dynamics of development, and their implications for services to children, youth and adults. (3 credits)
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SS204
Educational Psychology
A study of psychological principles applied to the educational process including theories of learning, and evaluation of the learning process. The course will introduce the skills necessary to develop lesson plans and curriculum that reflects a philosophy of Christian education appropriate to various learning styles and educational models including public, private, and home. (3 credits)
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SS211
Cultural Anthropology
An introduction to cultural and social anthropology designed to raise awareness of local culture, the dynamics of cultural change, and the contribution anthropology can make to cross-cultural communication. Through the course, the student is introduced to doing basic anthropological research. (3 credits)
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SS221
Sociology
An introduction to the basic concepts and methods of sociological investigation and interpretation. Topics for analysis will include associations and institutions, social structure, social processes and social change. (3 credits)
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SS224
Conflict Resolution
This course is an overview to the field of peace and conflict studies introducing theories, key terms, concepts, and skills related to conflict, justice, peace, and conflict resolution. Students will discover and develop their own conflict styles and learn introductory skills for dealing with conflict on an interpersonal level. Students will practice peacemaking in on-campus conflict situations. (3 credits)
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SS225
Marriage and Family
A study of the family in contemporary society. The course includes topics like the nature of the family, sexuality, love, relationship building, weddings, parenting, birth order, and divorce/remarriage. While the course has a significant theoretical component, it also provides practical elements to help students reflect on their own families of origin and their own relational contexts. (3 credits)
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SS271
Urban Social Issues: People, Problems, and Policy
The course will expand the student's knowledge, skills, and understanding of social issues that impact individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. Particular attention will be given to the analysis and evaluation of what society can do to further impact these problems. Social issues to be explored include, but are not limited to, the changing nature of the family, education, health and illness, drug use, sexual behaviour, inequality, and the economy. (3 credits)
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Professional Studies (3 credits)
CM101
Ministry 1: Introduction to Ministry
(3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2020-2021 Semester 2 (Jan 11, 2021)
- 2022-2023 Semester 2 (Jan 16, 2023)
- 2023-2024 Semester 1 (Sep 11, 2023)
- 2024-2025 Summer (May 6, 2024)
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Service Learning (2 units)
Complete 2 units of Service Learning - non-academic credit.
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SM100
Service Learning
Service Learning involves a practical field experience, which supplements and applies regular classroom study. In order to gain one non-academic unit, a student must successfully complete the equivalent of ten Service Learning assignments (or 20 hours of ministry) per semester in a ministry mutually agreed upon by the student and their Faculty Advisor. (0 credits)
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Year Two: Establish
Biblical & Theological Studies (6 credits)
BI221
Life and Teachings of Jesus
A study of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the first three Gospels, with an inductive study of one of the Gospels. Current literary and historical approaches to the gospel narratives will be examined. (3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2021-2022 Semester 1 (Sep 13, 2021)
- 2022-2023 Semester 1 (Sep 12, 2022)
- 2023-2024 Summer Online (May 8, 2023)
- 2023-2024 Semester 2 (Jan 15, 2024)
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BI/TH-
Bible/Theology Elective
Choose from the following courses: (3 credits)
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Arts & Sciences (15 credits)
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EN111
English Literature and Composition I
An introduction to the critical analysis of English Literature in the genres of novel, short story and poetry. This course will focus on two objectives: to develop skills in becoming a thoughtful, analytical reader and a clear, articulate writer. (3 credits)
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HU222
Anabaptist History
A study of the origin, development and spread of the Anabaptist movement, with special emphasis on history, doctrine and biography. (3 credits)
This course is scheduled to be available online for the following semesters:
- 2021-2022 Semester 1 (Sep 13, 2021)
- 2021-2022 Summer (May 3, 2021)
- 2022-2023 Summer (May 2, 2022)
- 2022-2023 Semester 2 (Jan 16, 2023)
- 2023-2024 Semester 1 (Sep 11, 2023)
- 2024-2025 Summer (May 6, 2024)
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HU272
Ethics
An introduction to ethical thinking and ethical systems. A study of biblical principles of right and wrong and their applications to current social and personal issues. (3 credits)
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Integrative Studies
Choose a course from the following:
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FA271
Christianity and Imagination
A survey of the arts in the western world and a study of the relationship between Christians and culture. The course will provide students with a perceptual framework for evaluating various artistic traditions such as painting, sculpture, architecture, film, theatre, literature, music and dance. Class work will involve interaction with representative works. (3 credits)
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HU231
Introduction to Philosophy
An examination of deeper human thinking in its endeavour to provide answers to the questions of life, reality, society and God. Historical development and modern trends, as well as methods and systems, will be explored and critically evaluated from the standpoint of the Christian faith. (3 credits)
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HU236
Faith and Doubt
This course will explore the tension between faith in God as expressed in the Bible and the loss of faith that many people encounter in the church and in the broader culture. The issues that give rise to Christian doubts will be addressed using a multi-dimensional apologetic. (3 credits)
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HU274
Pop Culture
(3 credits)
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HU373
Faith and Science
(3 credits)
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Social Sciences Elective
Choose from the following courses:
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SS201
Introduction to Psychology
An introduction to the principles, methods, language and major topics of the science of behaviour. Areas to be examined are biological foundations of behaviour, perception, learning, motivation, and emotions. (3 credits)
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SS223
Interpersonal Processes
This course helps develop the skills to communicate effectively in interpersonal, group, and intercultural contexts, and to learn to approach conflict in transformative ways. (3 credits)
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SS203
Human Development
A basic overview of the human life cycle from conception to death with attention given to physical, emotional, social, cognitive and moral dynamics of development, and their implications for services to children, youth and adults. (3 credits)
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SS204
Educational Psychology
A study of psychological principles applied to the educational process including theories of learning, and evaluation of the learning process. The course will introduce the skills necessary to develop lesson plans and curriculum that reflects a philosophy of Christian education appropriate to various learning styles and educational models including public, private, and home. (3 credits)
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SS211
Cultural Anthropology
An introduction to cultural and social anthropology designed to raise awareness of local culture, the dynamics of cultural change, and the contribution anthropology can make to cross-cultural communication. Through the course, the student is introduced to doing basic anthropological research. (3 credits)
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SS221
Sociology
An introduction to the basic concepts and methods of sociological investigation and interpretation. Topics for analysis will include associations and institutions, social structure, social processes and social change. (3 credits)
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SS224
Conflict Resolution
This course is an overview to the field of peace and conflict studies introducing theories, key terms, concepts, and skills related to conflict, justice, peace, and conflict resolution. Students will discover and develop their own conflict styles and learn introductory skills for dealing with conflict on an interpersonal level. Students will practice peacemaking in on-campus conflict situations. (3 credits)
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SS225
Marriage and Family
A study of the family in contemporary society. The course includes topics like the nature of the family, sexuality, love, relationship building, weddings, parenting, birth order, and divorce/remarriage. While the course has a significant theoretical component, it also provides practical elements to help students reflect on their own families of origin and their own relational contexts. (3 credits)
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SS271
Urban Social Issues: People, Problems, and Policy
The course will expand the student's knowledge, skills, and understanding of social issues that impact individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. Particular attention will be given to the analysis and evaluation of what society can do to further impact these problems. Social issues to be explored include, but are not limited to, the changing nature of the family, education, health and illness, drug use, sexual behaviour, inequality, and the economy. (3 credits)
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Professional Studies (9 credits)
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CM201
Ministry 2: Intercultural Ministry
(3 credits)
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Open Electives
Choose any 6 credits. (6 credits)
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Service Learning (2 units)
Complete 2 units of Service Learning - non-academic credit.
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SM100
Service Learning
Service Learning involves a practical field experience, which supplements and applies regular classroom study. In order to gain one non-academic unit, a student must successfully complete the equivalent of ten Service Learning assignments (or 20 hours of ministry) per semester in a ministry mutually agreed upon by the student and their Faculty Advisor. (0 credits)
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Total Requirements (60 credits)
