The worship arts degree prepares students to lead worship with theological depth, musical and technological excellence, and pastoral wisdom. Students will explore the biblical and historical foundations of Christian worship and how it impact our churches today. Oak Hills creates the atmosphere for students to develop their skills and grow as worship arts team leaders.

Graduates with this degree will be prepared for a variety of different ministry settings. Examples of employment opportunities upon graduation include: worship leader, children and youth worship pastor, technical director, teacher, composer, performer, or creative arts director.

120 credits required including: Worship Arts (29), Biblical Studies (30), General Education (30), Christian Ministry (18), Free and/or Emphasis Electives (13). 

Each academic program of the college provides the context for whole life transformation through biblical life preparation. Students come to learn, learn to serve, and serve to change lives. Through the courses offered in each program, students will develop a Christ-centered worldview and be prepared to make a difference in the world through their lives, work and service to others.

The courses of study in each degree proceed from foundational to exploratory to immersion courses. Areas of study for each degree will include general education, biblical studies, Christian ministry and service, and core courses in the major.

Students will be challenged to grow in their knowledge of self, others, the world and the Bible. They will be challenged to grow in their critical
thinking, development of a biblical worldview and the integration of their faith and learning.

Foundational courses – 44 credits

General Education – 18 Credits

• College Writing I (3 credits)
• College Writing II (3 credits)
• Intercultural Communications (3 credits)
• Music Theory for Worship Arts (3 credits)
• Math/Science Elective (4 credits)

biblical studies – 12 Credits

• Old Testament Survey (3 credits)
• New Testament Survey (3 credits)
• Interpretation of Biblical Literature (3 credits)
• Christian Faith (3 credits)

Christian ministry – 12 Credits

• Spiritual Formation I (3 credit)
• Spiritual Formation II (3 credits)
• Teaching in Ministry (3 credits)
• Outreach (2 credits)
• Intercultural Outreach (1 credit)

worship arts – 2 Credits

• Private Music Lessons (2 credits)

exploration courses – 30 credits

General Education – 12 Credits

• Worldviews (3 credits)
• World History (3 credits)
• Church History (3 credits

Biblical Studies – 9 Credits

• Old Testament Elective (3 credits, Upper Level)
• New Testament Elective (3 credits, Upper Level)
• Mentoring and Leadership in Ministry (3 credits)

Christian ministry – 6 Credits

• Outreach (2 credits, 1 Upper Level)
• Intercultural Outreach (1 credit, Upper Level)
• Christian Ministry Elective (3 credits)

Worship arts – 12 Credits

• Private Music Lessons (2 credits)
• Worship Arts Practicum (2 credits)
• Planning and Leading Worship (3 credits)
• Use of Technology in Worship (2 credits)
• Music Theory II (3 credits)

immersion courses – 27 credits

General Education – 3 Credits

• Senior Seminar (3 credits)

Biblical Studies – 9 Credits

• Bible/Theology Electives (6 credits, Upper Level)
• Bible Electives (3 credits)

Worship arts – 15 Credits

• History and Theology of Worship (3 credits)
• Creative Arts in Worship (2 credits)
• Private Music Lessons (2 credits, Upper Level)
• Worship Arts Practicum (2 credits)
• Worship Arts Internship (6 credits)

free and/or Emphasis electives – 13 Credits