Worship Arts
Bachelor of Arts
University-level degree in a bible-college environment
Worship Arts Degree at a Glance
The BA Worship Arts hones worship leadership and ministry skills, grounding students in historical and biblical perspectives, with courses in biblical studies, theology, and arts and science.
- Small, discussion-based classes.
- A solid foundation of biblical and theological courses, as well as liberal arts disciplines.
- Service and Experiential Learning
- Accredited degree through ABHE
Unique Program Features
Get your degree two ways
BA Worship Arts
Study worship from multiple vantage points: biblical, theological, historical, and technical, all of which come together to form a fuller picture of worship. Develop your leadership and ministry skills through opportunities in and out of class, and explore everything from songwriting to soundboards.
BA Christian Ministry: Worship Arts Concentration
This concentration is a great option for students who want to use their musical gifts to serve the Church while gaining a broader understanding of Christian ministry.
Do you feel called to lead others into the presence of God through worship? A Worship Arts degree is for those who love to connect with God through music and are passionate about creating meaningful worship experiences.
Worship Arts Courses
Choose from courses including:
- Worship Leadership
- Ensemble - Worship Team
- Musicianship
- Basic Voice
- Live Sound and Production
- Recording Arts
- Songwriting
- Worship in the Christian Tradition
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Career Pathways
In the field of worship arts, employers value confident musicians with a strong command of both the musical and spiritual aspects of leading worship. Students pursuing a BA in Worship Arts grow in these areas through private music lessons and ensemble music courses, as well as regularly leading worship in Chapel. Students also grow as worshipers through studying God’s word and living out a life of worship in their community.
Pastoral Ministry
With a strong foundation in worship arts, you'll have the unique ability to enhance church services, making them more engaging and meaningful. Your understanding of music, liturgy, and the arts will allow you to craft worship experiences that touch the soul and foster a deeper sense of community.
Ministry-Related Teaching
Your background in worship arts provides a distinctive edge, allowing you to convey the beauty and depth of worship through music, liturgy, and creative expression. You'll be equipped to inspire and engage students across diverse educational settings, from seminaries to community workshops.
Music Production
With courses in songwriting, performance, recording arts and live production, a BA in Worship arts provides the skills to write and produce original music. It also provides experience to hone those skills through on-campus worship-leading environments and the off-campus internship experience.
Career Skills You'll Gain at Briercrest
Worship & Music Leadership
Successful graduates of the program are prepared to become competent music and worship leaders for churches, para-church ministries, and mission organizations.
Pastoral Skills
This program lays a solid foundation for further study at the graduate or undergraduate level, particularly in the areas of music or worship arts pastor, etc.
Interpersonal Skills
Briercrest will equip you with the skills you need to step into a leadership role. You'll learn how to motivate and inspire those around you and how to manage time, resources, and people effectively.
I knew I wanted to go into both songwriting and worship leading vocationally, but I wanted to do it from as Scripturally formed a place as possible. My time in Briercrest had a profound impact on my walk with Jesus.joshua leventhal (gma covenant award winner; singer/songwriter)
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