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Year	Course ID	Course
2026-2027	THTR 499	Professional Internship A supervised field placement enabling a student to work in the professional theatre. Students must spend a minimum of 100 hours in supervised work with an approved theatre company. Course Credits: 3 Prerequisite(s): THTR 130, 161, 162; third- or fourth-year standing and department approval
2026-2027	UNIV 108	Introduction to Cultural Engagement The purpose of this course is to prepare students to engage in the TWU campus and culture. This course provides a platform on which students prepare the foundation for this engagement. Students are exposed to opportunities to attend events, join activities or clubs, and to volunteer. Students in this class encounter several theories of leadership, participation, volunteerism, and motivation, and they also have opportunities to evaluate their own strengths and potential contributions as they relate to leadership and cultural engagement. Course Credits: 1
2026-2027	UNIV 110	Scholarly Inquiry & Research Methods Introduction to the skills and tools of information research in a high tech environment, beginning with topic analysis and ending with a sound, analytical research report. Emphasis is placed on development of critical thinking strategies, within the conventions of scholarly inquiry that are transferable to most information tasks. Skills developed through this course will have marketplace application. Course Credits: 2
2026-2027	UNIV 301	Lifelong Learning Strategies Prepares and equips the adult learner for academic competency and personal learning success for life. It focuses on adult and lifelong learning in conjunction with your discipline and self-discovery. Course Credits: 3
2026-2027	UNIV 302	Recognition of Prior Learning This course is the first step in an educational process designed to facilitate the review of prior experiential learning for the purpose of awarding appropriate academic credit. The educational process culminates with the completion of a learning portfolio. The portfolio is the means by which academic assessors determine what has been learned through non-traditional or non-formal education settings, and what credit, if any, should be awarded for the learning demonstrated. Course Credits: 1
2026-2027	WRSH 101	Worship Foundations A foundational study of worship theology and practice. The course will begin with an introduction to biblical worship theology and practice, then survey church worship history from Pentecost to the present day, examining the role of music and the arts in the context of changes and cultural adaptations in worship theology and practice. Course Credits: 3 RELS 111 or 112 NB: Not offered every year
2026-2027	WRSH 201	Worship & Culture An examination of trends and issues in the contemporary church's worship practice, especially in the context of the larger cultural shifts in the West since the 1960's. Students explore the divergent responses to the worship wars of the 1980's, especially the emphasis on music and musical style, and various more recent approaches to worship practice and ministry in a postmodern culture. Course Credits: 3 Prerequisite(s): WRSH 101 or instructor's consent NB: Not offered every year
2026-2027	WRSH 239	Songs of Faith An examination of meanings and purposes of sacred/church 'song' in the context of the believing community, from OT psalm to early church hymn, chant to Reformation hymn, revival hymn and gospel song to contemporary worship chorus. The course will be concerned with seeing the varied musical and textual expression of God's people throughout their history, understanding these expressions within the worship culture of their time, and appreciating the breadth of repertoire of the church's songs. Course Credits: 3 Prerequisite(s): WRSH 101 NB: Not offered every year. Cross-listed: MUSI 239
2026-2027	WRSH 301	Worship & Leadership An examination of leadership issues in the worship practices of the contemporary evangelical church. Through exploration of a range of approaches to the arts, liturgy, worship evangelism, service design, and curation, the course is concerned with (1) theological and philosophical leadership issues for a biblical worship practice in a postmodern culture, and (2) practical concerns relating to development of a vibrant local church worship ministry. Course Credits: 3 Prerequisite(s): RELS 111, 112, and upper-level standing NB: Not offered every year. Cross-listed: MUSI 309
2026-2027	WRSH 320	Creative Workshop An interdisciplinary creative course for the development of new artistic expression for use in the church. The course is designed for student practitioners of music, video, drama, and visual art. Students work with artists in their field, on their own and in groups, towards a workshop presentation of new works. The course facilitates the releasing of new creations for the church, and teaches principles of affirming and releasing the giftedness of others. Course Credits: 3 Prerequisite(s): Upper-level standing or instructor's consent
2026-2027	WRSH 401	Worship Design A study of the principles and practices of designing effective worship services for a variety of contexts. This course is the classroom component related to local church practica, WRSH/MUSI 402 and 403. Course Credits: 3 Prerequisite(s): WRSH 201, 301 and upper-level standing WRSH 402 is most commonly taken as a co-requisite. Cross-listed: MUSI 401
2026-2027	WRSH 402	Worship Practicum I A local church practicum covering the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that the student is given individual hands-on responsibilities over the semester in areas of strength, as well as opportunities for growth in other areas. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor. Course Credits: 1 Prerequisite(s): WRSH 201, 301 WRSH/MUSI 401 NB: For those involved in leading worship teams in the field placement, MUSI 320 is required; MUSI 405 is recommended. For those involved in leading choirs/ensembles in the field placement, MUSI 405 is required. For those involved in a dramatic ministry in the field placement, THTR 383 is required. For those involved in digital media ministry in the field placement, ART 250/MCOM 231 is required. Cross-listed: MUSI 402
2026-2027	WRSH 403	Worship Practicum II A continuation of the local church practicum of MUSI 402, typically in the same church. The field placement covers the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that hands-on responsibilities in this semester are increased over those of MUSI 402. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church, and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor. Course Credits: 1 Prerequisite(s): WRSH/MUSI 402 NB: Not offered every year. Cross-listed: MUSI 403
2026-2027	WRSH 490	Topics in Worship Studies A senior seminar course involving specific topics pertinent to worship in the contemporary church. Topics and semester hours credit vary with each iteration Course Credits: 1, 2, 3 Prerequisite(s): Upper-level standing
2026-2027	WRTG 100	Writing in the University Context This course is designed to improve the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills of students whose first language is English. Students are required to read an array of essays, discuss them critically, and write papers analyzing the structure and content of these essays. Course Credits: 3 NB: Only one of WRTG 100 or 101 may be taken for credit.
2026-2027	WRTG 101	Writing & Culture A preparatory course in academic writing, focusing on academic conventions, scholarly vocabulary and tone, and the development of cohesive arguments across the disciplines. While the tasks and assignments emphasize writing skills, the course also facilitates the growth of critical thinking skills through the thematic study of North American and Christian culture. This course is designed for students who have come from international contexts. Course Credits: 3 NB: Only one of WRTG 100 or 101 may be taken for credit.
2026-2027	WRTG 401	Academic Literacy Equip students in academic reading and writing in order to fulfill scholarly expectations and develop academic literacy, critical thinking, and application skills at the graduate level. Through the process of reading and analyzing scholarly journal articles, including theories and cases in interdisciplinary fields such as leadership, students will become responsible for academic integrity and confident in engaging and communicating in graduate-level academic writing such as article reviews, case studies, and literature reviews. Course Credits: 3 NB: This course is designed for prospective graduate students who may not be familiar with the North American academic context or who come from an international background.