The Alabama Christian College of Arts and Sciences provides the University the liberal arts core curriculum upon which all subsequent learning is based. Each degree program with their respective concentrations in one of the various disciplines is built upon this foundation of the liberal arts core.
The study of the liberal arts is approached through the lens of the Christian worldview and includes the study of the Bible and related courses as part of the curricular core. Historically understood, the study of the liberal arts helps students acquire knowledge and understanding as a good in itself, shape their moral character, prepare them for a useful career in the community, and contribute to their freedom by avoiding the pitfalls of ignorance and parochialism.
The following Departments comprise the Alabama Christian College of Arts and Sciences:
- Evening and Weekend Programs,
- Computer Sciences,
- Criminal Justice,
- Education,
- English,
- Fine Arts,
- Humanities,
- Legal Studies,
- Mathematics,
- Physical Education and Sports Management,
- Natural and Physical Sciences, and
- Social and Behavioral Sciences.
The following majors are available through the departments listed above: Biology, Computer Science, Computer & Information Science, Counselling, Criminal Justice, Elementary Education, English, Fine Arts, History, Informatics, Liberal Arts, Music, Music Theater, PE (N-12), Psychology, Secondary Education (teaching fields in biology, language arts, history, mathematics, general social studies, general science, and theatre), Social Science, Sports Management, and Theater. Additionally, existing degrees in science have been tailored for students seeking professional curricula, especially in the medical sciences. Apart from the baccalaureate degree in these disciplines the college also offers the general Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degrees.
The College of Arts & Sciences emphasize the importance and versatility of a Liberal Arts education. The Liberal Arts Degree is typically understood as one that concentrates on a significant amount of writing, reading, critical thinking, and research. Often it is contrasted with math, science, or business. In reality, many liberal arts majors are employed within these fields and within related fields. According to Fortune Magazine, nearly one-third of all CEO’s majored in Liberal Arts. Therefore, as part of the requirements for the liberal arts degree, all students will take 18 hours in one of the many disciplines offered through the various departments within Arts & Sciences, as well as through the disciplines of the Colleges of Biblical Studies and Business.