WORSHIP
60 credit hours
WHY STUDY WORSHIP AT TIU?
Trinity Worship students work closely with a seasoned worship pastor at one of our many partner churches in the Chicago area. This provides you with an opportunity to practice and hone the various skills necessary for ministry within the local church. Ultimately, you will learn how to align your passion for worship ministry with the changing needs of a diverse culture.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO EARN MY DEGREE?
Usually Worship majors finish their degree in 4 years. Requirements total 60 hours, with courses in Music, Christian Ministries/Bible, Worship, and Lessons/Ensembles.
DID YOU KNOW?
Several courses from our BA in Worship program can also contribute toward the Advanced Placement MDiv at TEDS, giving you a head start on a master’s degree.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
The Bachelor of Arts in Worship major will prepare you practically and spiritually to tackle the challenges of worship leadership, ministry and musical knowledge while considering the changing worship needs of today’s local church. This means taking coursework that includes: music, Christian doctrine, intercultural ministry, leadership dynamics, worship planning and instrumental lessons.
COURSEWORK:
Requirements total 60 hours, with courses in Music, Christian Ministries/Bible, Worship, and Lessons/Ensembles. You’ll take interesting courses such as:
- Songwriting and Arranging
- Worship Planning
- Relational Skills for Ministry
Worship Courses
| MUSIC |
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| Course | Title | Credits |
| MUT 101 | Elements of Music | 3 hrs |
| MUT 121 | Music Theory in Contemporary Practice | 3 hrs |
| MUT 122 | Aural Skills 1 | 1 hr |
| MUH 233X OR MUH 241 |
Comparative Arts* OR Introduction to Music History and Literature* |
3 hrs |
| MUH 221 | History of American Popular Music | 3 hrs |
| MUH 211 | Survey of World Music* | 3 hrs |
| MUT 332 | Songwriting and Arranging | 3 hrs |
| Recommended: | ||
| MUT 363 | Instrumentation and Orchestration | 3 hrs |
| MUT 331 | Basic Conducting | 3 hrs |
| CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES/BIBLE |
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| Course | Title | Credits |
| BRS 231 | Christian Doctrine** | 3 hrs |
| CM 172 | Introduction to Ministry | 3 hrs |
| CM 260 | Introduction to Intercultural Ministry** | 3 hrs |
| CM 372X OR CM 373X |
Nonprofit Management OR Nonprofit Financial Management |
3 hrs |
| CM 342 OR LR 170X/PSY 170X OR LR 173/174 |
Relational Skills for Ministry** OR Leadership Dynamics OR Emerging Leadership I/II |
3 hrs |
| CM 381 OR BI 275 OR COM 112 |
Introduction to Preaching OR Teaching the Bible** OR Speech |
3 hrs |
| WORSHIP | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| WOR 111 | Introduction to Worship Studies | 1 hr |
| WOR 121 | Introduction to Technology in Worship | 2 hrs |
| MUW 335 | Musicianship for Worship | 3 hrs |
| WOR 437X | Music in Worship | 3 hrs |
| WOR 438 | Worship Planning | 3 hrs |
| MUW 450 | Church Music Internship** | 3 hrs |
| WOR 499 | Senior Seminar in Worship Studies* | 1 hr |
| LESSONS & ENSEMBLES |
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| Course | Title | Credits |
| MUZ 152 OR MUZ 170 |
Private Lessons: Guitar OR Class: Guitar |
1 hr |
| MUZ 156 OR MUZ 161 |
Private Lessons: Piano OR Keyboard Skills I |
1 hr |
| MUZ 158 OR MUZ 160 |
Private Lessons: Voice OR Class: Voice |
1 hr |
| MUZ 250-259 MUZ 350-359 MUZ 450-459 |
Advanced Level Private Lessons: Choice of any instrument(s) in which instruction is offered |
4 hrs |
| Contemporary Worship Ensemble | 2+ semesters | |
| Choose one: | 2+ semesters | |
| Concert Choir | ||
| Symphonic Band | ||
| Orchestra | ||
| Choose one: | 2+ semesters | |
| Gospel Choir | ||
| Jazz Ensemble | ||
| World Music Ensemble | ||
| Note: Must participate in ensembles for a total of 8 semesters | ||
| *Satisfies General Education requirement | ||
| **May contribute toward TEDS Advanced Placement MDiv | ||
CAREER OUTCOMES: |
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| Worship Pastor | Sacred Music Composer/Arranger |
| Worship Arts Director | Church Media and Technology Coordinator |
| Christian Songwriter | Campus Worship Leader |
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