undergraduate SCHOOL OF INterdisciplinary studies

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Concentrations: Bible & Interdisciplinary studies

Select a concentration to view the total hours/requirements.

Concentration One Requirements - 18 hours

Concentration Two Requirements - 18 hours

  • Bible Major Requirements:

    • BIBL1303 Introduction to Bible I

    • BIBL1304 Introduction to Bible II

    • PHIL1311 Biblical Worldview

    • BIBL2308 The Life & Times of Jesus I

    • BIBL2309 The Life & Times of Jesus II

    • THEO3301 Foundations of Faith I

    • THEO3302 Foundations of Faith II

    • BIBL4307 Christian Disciplines I

    • BIBL4308 Christian Disciplines II

    • BIBLXXXX 3 Credits in Bible Electives

    Church Ministry Requirements:

    • CHMN1310 Personal Life & Evangelism

    • CHMN3309 Ministry Management

    • CHMN1110 Spiritual Formation

    • CHMN1111 Spiritual Formation

    • CHMN2110 Spiritual Formation

    • CHMN2111 Spiritual Formation

    • CHMN3110 Spiritual Formation

    • CHMN3111 Spiritual Formation

    • CHMN4110 Spiritual Formation

    • CHMN4111 Spiritual Formation

    General Requirements:

    • ENGL1301 Composition & Rhetoric I 

    • ENGL1302 Composition & Rhetoric II 

    • ENGLXXXX Literature

    • HIST1301 American History I 

    • HIST1302 American History II 

    • BUSI2304 Business Communication Principles

    • POLS2311 Federal Government 

    • POLS2312 State & Local Government 

    • PSYC1301 Theoretical Constructs of Psychology 

    • PHSC1401 Physical Science I

    • MATH1314 College Algebra

    • WORS1301 Principles of OT/NT Worship

    • PHEDXXXX 2 Credits in Physical Education

  • BUSI1301 Principles of Business

    BCIS1305 Business Computer Applications

  • SPMT1303 Foundations of Sport

    BCIS1305 Business Computer Applications

    BUSI1301 Principles of Business

    SPMT2301 Managerial Aspects of Sport

  • EDUC1301 Introduction to the Teaching Profession

    EDUC2301 Introduction to Special Populations

    EDUC2307 Principles & Methods of Education

    EDUC3303 Child Growth & Decelopment

  • CHMN1306 Biblical Foundation of Intercultural Ministry

    CHMN2313 Introduction to Apologetics

Charles Marks

DEPARTMENT CHAIR OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

In the words of Winston Churchill, I am a "riddle wrapped in a mystery inside of an enigma." False, or mostly false. I am a pretty open book once you get to know me and as a preview, I will begin by saying that I am an unapologetic Star Wars nerd. More to come on that later, but first the basic facts. I serve as the Chair of the Interdisciplinary Studies department and am the primary History instructor, and I am beginning my seventh year as a member of the faculty here at ABU. I received my Bachelor of Arts in History from Baylor University (Go Bears!), my Master of Arts in History from UTA, and am currently pursuing a PhD in History at UNT. I met my wife of 18 years at Baylor, and we have a daughter who is currently in her last year of middle school.

Before beginning my career in education, I served in the US Air Force for 4.5 years, before separating from active duty and moving back home to Texas to start a family. I have experience in management in banking and food and beverage manufacturing, but History has always been my passion, and I firmly believe that God has called me to use my passion to teach others. I love being involved in church with my family and we have served there in the children's ministry for quite a few years now. Finally, getting back to the first paragraph, I will close with my hobbies. I love watching or reading about Star Wars and Star Trek, but really just love watching movies in general. I am an avid reader, but I also enjoy hiking and camping, as well as target shooting and (somewhat) hunting. Overall, I am blessed that God has allowed me to continue to serve our student body, and I look forward to know each of you this semester!

Charles Marks

Program Outcomes

  • Christian Worldview

    To establish a Christian worldview as a foundation for meaningful interaction with the world.  

  • Analyization Skills

    To develop the skills to critically analyze and interact productively with other worldviews.  

  • Equip Students

    To equip students to effectively communicate to the 21st-century world the eternal and timeless truth of Jesus Christ.   

  • Foundational Knowledge

    To provide foundational knowledge and practice in skills applicable to varied occupations and disciplines.  

  • Enhance Contribution

    To allow for the development of interests unique to the individual learner that will enhance his ability to make a meaningful contribution to the world. 

 FAQs

  • ll majors at ABU are double majors with Bible. This will equip you with a strong moral foundation, critical thinking skills, and a biblical worldview that will guide your decisions and interactions in any profession. It helps you integrate faith into your work, communicate effectively, and approach challenges with integrity and wisdom. 

  • While there are some similarities between General Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies and General Studies, they are different in one key aspect – the area of academic concentrations. Interdisciplinary Studies majors at ABU are asked to choose two academic concentrations that complement each other, such as Business and Sports Management, and will equip them with a well-rounded skillset to succeed in the workforce after graduation. In contrast to this, General Studies degrees typically require two concentrations, but they do not have to be related to one another. 

  • In short; anything you can imagine. Our Interdisciplinary Studies graduates are equipped to pursue a wide variety of careers based on what they, themselves, studied and pursued while attending ABU. Graduates have gone on to pursue careers in areas such as nursing, sports management, coaching, business management/marketing, ministry, and many more. 

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