Apologetics Minor (Online)

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Are you pursuing a career in business, science, the arts, law, politics, or education? If so, an online minor in apologetics could be a great fit! Rooted in the Greek word apologia, meaning “defense,” apologetics is a branch of theology and philosophy that equips Christians to understand and communicate the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Christian faith.

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Overview

  • Degree Type: Minor
  • School: School of Ministry
  • Start Terms: Fall & Spring entry
  • Prerequisites: Declared Major
  • Total Credit Hours: 18 credit hours
  • Time to Complete: Varies
  • Program Format: Online
  • Experience: Christian Apologetics

Why Minor in Apologetics Online?

Develop a thoughtful and confident understanding of the Christian faith through Palm Beach Atlantic University’s fully online Apologetics minor. Designed for flexible learning, the program allows students to explore theology and philosophy while balancing other academic, professional, family, or ministry responsibilities.

  • Flexible Online Learning: Complete your apologetics coursework from anywhere while balancing your education with other responsibilities.
  • Founded in Christ: Deepen your understanding of Christianity while developing the ability to communicate and defend your faith with clarity and compassion.
  • Faith & Reason: Explore important questions involving faith, science, philosophy, evil, suffering, doubt, and the reasonableness of Christian belief.
  • Real-World Application: Apply critical thinking, persuasive communication, and Christian worldview skills across ministry, education, business, law, politics, science, the arts, and public service.

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What You'll Learn

Students in the online Apologetics minor develop theological, philosophical, and communication skills for understanding and articulating the Christian faith.

Students learn to:

  • Examine the relationship between faith and science
  • Engage questions about evil, suffering, and doubt
  • Explore philosophy of religion
  • Develop theological and philosophical reasoning skills
  • Practice cultural apologetics
  • Communicate and defend Christian beliefs with clarity and compassion

Want to complete your Apologetics minor in person? This program is also available on campus in West Palm Beach.

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Program Details

PBA offers a variety of courses that students can choose from within this minor program. Take a look at what you’ll be learning while working toward your degree.

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  • Full admission to Palm Beach Atlantic University
  • A declared undergraduate major
  • Meet applicable academic requirements for enrollment in minor coursework

Admissions

Apologetics Online students engage with PBA’s School of Ministry through a flexible digital learning environment that supports theological study, thoughtful discussion, and spiritual growth from wherever they are. Students learn from experienced faculty while developing biblical, theological, philosophical, and communication skills they can apply in their academic, professional, and ministry contexts.

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Common Major Pairings

An Apologetics minor complements majors that benefit from critical thinking, persuasive communication, theological reasoning, and an understanding of the Christian worldview. Common major pairings may include:

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Financial Aid

PBA’s robust scholarship program awards over $3 million every year. Invest in your education with scholarships and other financial aid opportunities, which are awarded to 97% of our undergraduate students. Explore the resources below to learn more about tuition, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.

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