College of Arts & Sciences Minors
Purpose
To prepare students to effectively engage the Arab world by providing language and cultural training that will enable them to impact that world in their given field from a perspective that is both biblically grounded and missionally minded.Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Communicate orally in Arabic on a variety of everyday topics.
- Produce texts in Arabic utilizing appropriate grammar, vocabulary, and content.
Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Communicate orally in Chinese, demonstrating speaking proficiency, correct grammar, and appropriate vocabulary.
- Produce logical, grammatically and syntactically appropriate Chinese-language compositions.
Purpose
The minor in Creation Studies provides a flexible program with broad training in various disciplines that relate to origins as well as the Bible. Students in both science or non-science majors will benefit from an in-depth study of creation and evolution.Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Compare the scientific evidences supporting the young-earth and old-earth historical frameworks.
- Identify and evaluate key biblical passages with respect to their support for a young-Earth historical framework.
Delivery Format: Residential and Online
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Evaluate various forms of creative writing.
Purpose
Liberty’s Minor in Ethics online will equip students with the essential tools needed to address the questions of good and evil from a foundation of truth in the Christian worldview. In this program, questions dealing with morality will be examined and discussed in light of a Christian worldview so that students are equipped with essential decision-making techniques that will help them engage in the conversations of the public square.Delivery Format: Online Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Solve ethical dilemmas in a systematic way.
Purpose
The purpose of the minor in Fashion Merchandising is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fashion industry, rooted in a Christian worldview. This program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in diverse fashion-related career paths, emphasizing ethical practices, sustainability, and an awareness of the societal impact of the fashion world. Through a combination of theoretical coursework and practical experiences, this minor fosters personal and professional growth, nurturing individuals who can positively influence the fashion industry while upholding Christian values and integrity.
Delivery Format: Online Only
Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Communicate orally in French, demonstrating listening comprehension skills, speaking proficiency, correct grammar, and appropriate vocabulary.
- Demonstrate written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, logical, and grammatically and syntactically appropriate French-language compositions.
Purpose
The purpose of the minor in GIS is to equip students with practical, technical, and analytical skills in spatial data analysis, mapping, and data visualization. This program aims to provide students with a solid foundation in GIS, enabling them to excel in a variety of professional fields, from environmental science and urban planning to market research and public health. Through rigorous coursework and hands-on experience, the GIS minor cultivates the knowledge and expertise necessary to address real-world challenges, fostering academic excellence and career readiness while promoting ethical values and a Christian worldview.
Delivery Format: Online Only
Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Use the German language to function in a variety of everyday contexts.
- Analyze the significance of particular aspects of language and culture for the German-speaking regions of Europe.
Purpose
The purpose for the minor is to provide the student with a broad based, cross-disciplinary, and historically contextual exposure relevant to the field of military studies. This minor will enhance the students ability to think biblically about the topics of war and peace.
Delivery Format: Residential and Online
Delivery Format: Residential and Online
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Identify major civilizations from ancient times to the present, including geographical, chronological, and cultural distinctive positions.
- Apply Biblical principles to the understanding of world civilizations.
Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Analyze language data based on linguistic concepts.
- Explain the functions of fundamental linguistic constructs in relation to how language works.
Purpose
The purpose for the minor is to provide the student with a broad based, cross-disciplinary, and historically contextual exposure relevant to the field of military studies. This minor will enhance the students ability to think biblically about the topics of war and peace.Delivery Format: Residential and Online
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Explain how a variety of issues including political, economic, diplomatic, and cultural factors influenced American and world military development since 1900.
- Apply Biblical principles in making interpretations of American and world military history.
Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Develop and implement principles in agreement with U.S. Air Force leadership doctrine.
- Apply problem-solving process in military and non-military situations.
Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Develop and implement principles in agreement with U.S. Army leadership doctrine.
- Employ Army technical and tactical skills in small unit operations.
Purpose
The purpose of the minor in Military Studies is to provide students with a comprehensive and academically rigorous foundation in the history, ethics, and strategies of military affairs. Rooted in a Christian worldview, this program aims to equip students with the knowledge and values necessary to excel in careers related to military service, government, international relations, and more. By emphasizing the integration of faith and learning, ethical leadership, and a global perspective, the program fosters the development of well-rounded individuals who can contribute to the broader societal dialogue on military and security issues while upholding principles of Christian faith and service.
Delivery Format: Online Only
Delivery Format: Residential Only
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Employ logic and biblical thinking to philosophical issues.
Purpose
The purpose of the minor in Physical Science is to provide students with a foundational understanding of the physical sciences within the framework of a Christian worldview. This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, ethical values, and scientific proficiency necessary for careers in various scientific and research fields. By emphasizing the integration of faith and science, our program fosters an environment where students can explore the harmonious coexistence of scientific inquiry and Christian beliefs, preparing them to excel academically, ethically, and spiritually in the pursuit of knowledge and the application of the physical sciences in the service of society and their communities.
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate and apply fundamental principles of the physical sciences to solve interdisciplinary problems, employing scientific methods, critical thinking, and effective communication skills.