Associate of Arts: General Studies

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A degree in General Studies will provide the solid foundation of a Christian worldview in order to prepare you for the future.

Associate’s Degree in General Studies

The Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies is for two types of students:

(1) students who desire some study in a biblical framework but plan to pursue a collegiate major not offered at Welch College

(2) students who sense no call to full-time Christian service and do not desire a four-year college degree but still wish to attend a Christian college for the sake of general biblical knowledge and personal spiritual growth

Opportunities and Objectives

This program of study is designed to provide a solid basis of biblical study plus a core of general education that should provide a good foundation for transferring to another college or for general, lay ministry in a local church. The student will be able to:

(1) develop a broad comprehension of biblical teaching, reflected in Christian character and a Christian worldview.

(2) demonstrate competency in reading, writing, and speaking basics.

(3) develop foundational skills in personal and social relationships.

Program Details

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Associate of Arts: General Studies

Requirements: 62 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each segment of the degree.

(1) Theological Studies, 16 hours

  • BIB 1011, 1031, 2032, 2072. Bible Survey, 10
  • BIB 1100. Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2
  • BIB 1260. Evangelism and Discipleship, 2
  • IDS 1901. Christianity, Culture, and Worldview, 2 

(2) Arts and Sciences, 41 hours

  • BIO 1002, 1022. Systems in Biological Science and Lab, 4
  • BUS 1150. Microcomputer Applications, 0
  • ENG 1111, 1122. Grammar and Composition I, II, 6
  • ENG 2111, 2122. Masterpieces of World Literature I, II, 6
  • HIS 2011, 2022. History of Western Civilization I, II, 6
  • IDS 1501. Leadership and Calling: Personal Development and Leadership Principles, 2
  • IDS 2102. Foundations for Civic Engagement, 2
  • MAT 1101. College Algebra, 3
  • MUS 1002. Music Introduction and Appreciation, 3
  • PHE 2100. Lifetime Fitness, 2
  • PHE activity elective, 1
  • SPE 1000. Fundamentals of Speech, 3
  • SSC 3101. Marriage and the Family, 3

(3) Electives, 5 hours

Meet your Faculty Members

Associate of Arts Faculty

Dr. Steven Beck - Welch College is a Christian college in Gallatin, Tennessee

Dr. Stephen Beck

Instructor of Education | Undergraduate Dean, School of Education

Dr. Ian Hawkins - Welch College is a Christian college in Gallatin, Tennessee

Dr. Ian Hawkins

Associate Professor of Biology | Dean, School of Arts and Sciences | Program Coordinator, Biology

Dr. Kevin Hester - Welch College is a Christian college in Gallatin, Tennessee

Dr. Kevin Hester

Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness | Senior Professor of Divinity | Dean, School of Theology | Program Coordinator, Theological Studies

Dr. James Stevens - Welch College is a Christian college in Gallatin, Tennessee

Dr. James Stevens

Professor of Music | Dean, School of Music

Dr. Sarah Bracey

Dr. Sarah Bracey

Assistant Professor of Psychology | Program Coordinator, Psychology

Dr. Matthew McAfee - Welch College is a Christian college in Gallatin, Tennessee, Old Testament scholar, PhD, Univerity of Chicago

Dr. Matthew McAffee

Provost | Dean, Welch Divinity School | Professor of Old Testament