Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
- Type
- Undergraduate
- Location
- Campus
- School
- Balthasar Hubmaier School of Theology and Missions
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies provides students the biblical and missional foundations essential to a fruitful life of intercultural disciple making through one’s vocational ministry calling for the glory of Jesus Christ. Today’s globalized, multicultural world presents unique challenges to students pursuing careers that center on making the Great Commission a reality in their lives as well as the lives of others whom they serve.
From the Very First Verse to the Very Last Tribe
Why Study Global Studies at TMU?
Grow in your personal faith while preparing to serve in your God-given calling into ministry and missions with TMU’s theological and missiological courses. Learn from outstanding theologians and missiologists who will help you expand your faith and your knowledge of God and His mission. This program prepares students to engage those challenges with confidence, equipping them to teach the truth of Scripture from the very first verse, Genesis 1:1, until the Gospel reaches the very last tribe, Matthew 28:18-29. Through a combination of rigorous classroom learning and directed missional ministry experience outside the classroom, students develop practical skills for cross-cultural relations, gospel-centered service, and effective leadership.
Here are a few other reasons to consider studying at TMU:
- Our degree in Global Studies is well-respected because it’s housed at a leading Baptist university—with strong ties to churches and local, state, national and global ministries and mission agencies.
- Our Missions professors are well-experienced in missions and can help students be ready to engage in the missions field at home and abroad.
- We are one of the few universities that offers both an undergraduate and graduate degree in Global Studies, with opportunities for you to gain advanced standing when you enter our graduate program from our undergraduate program.
- When you choose TMU, you’re part of a community that will thrive in small biblical study courses and more personal interactions with faculty members. In fact, we pride ourselves on offering a 17-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio. Whether it’s discipleship or mentorship, our faculty are committed to spending time with you throughout your biblical study courses.
- We help to make our missiological and theological courses and programs both affordable and accessible. That’s why all incoming students receive financial aid.
- Upon graduation, you will be well prepared for career employment in your chosen field of service or to pursue graduate level studies.
Career Outcomes
- Missionary Church Planter (Inter-Culturally & Cross-Culturally)
- Non-profit Ministry positions
- Communications manager
- Pastor
- Youth minister
- Minister of missions
- Global research associate
- Church staff
Program Features
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Areas of study covered in this degree program include:
- Old Testament and New Testament studies
- Missional Leadership
- Cultural Anthropology
- World Religions
- Missiology
- People Groups and Worldview Research
- Intercultural Communication
- Evangelism and Discipleship
- Church Planting
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This program provides many opportunities for students to get ministry experience as they pursue their degree. From local evangelism outreach events to global mission trips this program uses hands-on experiences to help students start fulfilling their calling. In addition, field trips to different religious places of worship and experiences that help students learn to share the gospel with people who have not been exposed to Christianity leave students feeling equipped and ready to step into the mission field.
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The world mission center at TMU aims to equip students to serve boldly through the Great Commission. With trips going to Nicaragua, Germany, Poland, and more, these trips are a life-changing experience as students step into hands-on ministry, cross-cultural outreach, and gospel-centered service.
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The Biblical Languages minor introduces you to Greek and Hebrew. It is ideal for students in any major who want to develop a deeper understanding of the original Bible languages and strengthen their ability to share the gospel in their chosen career.
Download the Biblical Languages Minor Checklist
Students may not minor in the same areas as their major.
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The Christian Studies minor introduces you to key concepts in theology, Greek, or Hebrew. It is ideal for students in any major who want to develop a deeper understanding of theology and strengthen their ability to share the gospel in their chosen career.
Download the Christian Studies Minor Checklist
Students may not minor in the same areas as their major.
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The Greek minor provides 18 hours in Greek courses. It is ideal for students in any major who want to develop an understanding a better understanding of the Greek language.
Download the Greek Minor Checklist
Students may not minor in the same areas as their major.
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The Missions minor introduces you to key concepts in missional leadership, world religions, and intercultural communication. It is ideal for students in any major who want to develop an understanding of missions and strengthen their ability to share the gospel in their chosen career.
Download the Missions Minor Checklist
Students may not minor in the same areas as their major.
“During my time in the Global Studies program, I have been blessed to receive a biblically faithful education. The insight and wisdom gained through this program are centered on the importance of biblical fidelity applied in a missional context. I have had an amazing opportunity to learn from theologians, scholars, and missionaries from around the world who have spent their lives studying God’s Word and reaching the lost with the Gospel.”
Program Faculty
TMU's School of Theology is filled with many talented, passionate, and excellent professors who are passionate about their students and helping them fulfill their calling.
Dr. Frank R. Liesen
Chair of the Balthasar Hubmaier School of Theology & Missions; Assistant Professor, Theology & Missions
Dr. Matt Carpenter
Lecturer, New Testament
Dr. Javier Chavez
Associate Professor, Intercultural Studies
Dr. Maël Disseau
VP for Academic Services; Charles F. Stanley Endowed Chair of Theology; Associate Professor, Biblical and Theological Studies
Dr. Keith Eitel
Online Professor, Missions
Dr. Francis Kimmitt
Professor, Old Testament & Hebrew; Director of Prison Education
Dr. Peter Lumpkins
Director of TMU Press, Associate Professor, History & Christian Studies
Eddie O’Brien
Associate Professor, Theology
