Science and Religion
Students who already have a strong background in philosophy may, with advisor approval, take additional approved electives in place of the required credits. Electives (6 credits): Science and Religion, Philosophy or Religious Studies
century. Emphasis is on key historical movements that continue to shape the modern dialog. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Two credits are required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 530 - Darwin, Evolution, and Design A survey of the issues and ideas involved in relating classical Darwinian and contemporary evolutionary models with a biblical worldview. Special emphasis is given to controversies that are used by skeptics to call Christian theism into question. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Two credits are required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 540 - Metaphysics and Epistemology A topical study of the nature and methodology of metaphysics with emphasis on the nature and ultimate categories of being as well as specific areas (e.g., causation, space and time, the soul, freedom and determinism, personal identity and essentialism). Epistemology topics surveyed will include the definition of knowledge and justified belief, problems in skepticism, the nature of epistemic justification and the nature of truth. Special emphasis will be placed on integrating metaphysics and epistemology with the construction and defense of a Christian worldview. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Three credits required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1 - 3. CSSR 541 - Christian Thought I A survey of essential Christian beliefs with special reference to contemporary criticism of the value and truth of doctrinal assertions. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Two credits required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 542 - Christian Thought II A survey of essential Christian beliefs with special reference to contemporary criticism of the value and truth of doctrinal assertions. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Two credits required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 547 - Philosophy and Theology of Science A study of various issues that arise in the integration of science and Christian theology (e.g. models of integration, the scientific status of creationism, the creation/evolution debate) as well as an investigation of selected topics in the philosophy of science relevant to a Christian worldview (e.g. the realist/antirealist debate; the nature, formation, use and confirmation of scientific laws and theories; scientism and the limits of science). Prerequisite(s): CSSR 540. Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Three credits required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1 - 3. CSSR 604 - Science and Religion: Continuing Study Science and religion background including the basic content of core courses in the program. Note(s): Credit/No Credit. Designed for students who need to make up credits upon being admitted to the degree program. Credit(s): 1 - 6.
Courses Science and Religion (CSSR)
CSSR 510 - Research Methodologies Research skills for use of library, Internet and key reference works. Methods of scholarly and journalistic writing with emphasis on critical thinking, persuasion and evaluation of data and testimony. Note(s): Required of M.A.S.R. students. Credit(s): 1. CSSR 514 - History of Christian Thought History of Christian thought from the apostolic Fathers to the modern era with an emphasis on the development of doctrine. Highlights key thinkers in the Patristic, Medieval, Reformation and Modern eras. Note(s): Required of M.A.S.R. students. Fee: CSSR 514M (distance learning) has a materials fee of $130. Credit(s): 3. CSSR 516 - Authority of Scriptural Traditions A course addressing the historicity, canonization and authority of the Scriptural traditions in light of modern biblical criticism. Prerequisite(s): Modular Spring (MS) credit must be taken before Modular Fall (MF) credit(s). Special approval required for Modular Fall credit(s). Note(s): Two credits of either 516 or 517 is required of M.A.S.R. students and only one course may count toward graduation requirements. Credit(s): 1 - 2. CSSR 517 - Interpretative Issues and Methods A study of principles for sound interpretation and application of the Bible, including analysis of presuppositions, general rules and specialized principles for the various biblical genre and phenomena. A presentation of various approaches to studying the Bible. Note(s): Either 516 or 517 is required of M.A.S.R. students and only one course may count toward graduation requirements. Credit(s): 3. CSSR 519 - Old Testament/Hebrew Literature A broad survey of the Old Testament books, including selected introductory and critical issues, relevant background, major themes and divisions and crucial problems. Note(s): Required of M.A.S.R. students. Fee: CSSR 519M (distance learning) has a materials fee of $130. Credit(s): 3. CSSR 520 - NewTestament Literature A general overview of the New Testament books, including selected introductory and critical issues, relevant background, major themes and divisions and crucial problems. Note(s): Required of M.A.S.R. students. Fee: CSSR 520M (distance learning) has a materials fee of $130. Credit(s): 3. CSSR 526 - Contemporary Christian Belief An examination of current Christian worldviews in relation to the areas of history, science and philosophy. Credit(s): 1 - 3. CSSR 529 - Historical Perspectives in Science and Religion A survey of the history of science and its interaction with Christianity from New Testament times through the twenty-first
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