Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Meteorology, Specialization in Climate Change Disaster Relief

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Meteorology

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Meteorology core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Meteorology with a specialization in Climate Change Disaster Relief is a multidisciplinary program designed to bridge the gap between atmospheric science and humanitarian response. Students engage with rigorous scientific data concerning global weather patterns while evaluating the ethical responsibilities inherent in environmental stewardship. This program emphasizes the integration of empirical climate analysis with a compassionate, service-oriented framework suited for non-profit and community relief efforts. By examining the intersection of geography, sociology, and ethics, students develop a comprehensive understanding of how climate volatility impacts vulnerable populations. The curriculum encourages students to view their scientific knowledge as a tool for advocacy, support, and sustainable development within diverse global communities.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Meteorology, Specialization in Climate Change Disaster Relief, combines foundational general education with comprehensive study in atmospheric science theory, behavioral science, human development, ethics, research methodology, crisis awareness, referral strategies, program development, and community-based support systems. This interdisciplinary approach equips students to navigate the intersection of meteorological phenomena and compassionate service.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based Meteorology core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG 101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• MAT 101 | Calculus for Sciences I | 4 | Placement Exam
• BIO 101 | General Biology | 3 | None
• PHI 101 | Foundations of Environmental Ethics | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MET 101 | Introduction to Meteorology | 3 | None
• SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
• MAT 102 | Statistics for Science | 4 | MAT 101
• SOC 102 | Community Engagement and Volunteerism | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MET 201 | Atmospheric Dynamics | 3 | MET 101
• HIS 201 | History of Environmental Stewardship | 3 | None
• COM 201 | Professional Communication | 3 | ENG 101
• BUS 201 | Organizational Management in Non-Profits | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MET 202 | Climatology and Climate Change | 4 | MET 101
• COU 202 | Crisis Intervention Strategies | 3 | SOC 101
• GEO 201 | Geographic Information Systems | 3 | MAT 102
• SOC 201 | Global Perspectives on Social Equity | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MET 301 | Extreme Weather Phenomena | 3 | MET 201
• MGT 301 | Disaster Relief Logistics | 4 | BUS 201
• SOC 301 | Community Development in Vulnerable Areas | 3 | SOC 101
• RES 301 | Research Methods in the Sciences | 3 | MAT 102
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MET 302 | Climate Adaptation and Resilience | 3 | MET 202
• EDU 301 | Educational Outreach for Disaster Safety | 3 | COM 201
• CRJ 301 | Emergency Management and Policy | 3 | None
• MIN 301 | Leadership in Service-Based Organizations | 3 | CHR 102
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MET 401 | Predictive Modeling for Disasters | 4 | MET 301
• SOC 401 | Sociology of Environmental Disasters | 3 | SOC 301
• BUS 401 | Grant Writing and Fundraising | 3 | BUS 201
• RES 401 | Field Research Practicum | 3 | RES 301
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP 401 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | All Core Courses
• MET 402 | Advanced Meteorology and Society | 3 | MET 401
• ENV 401 | Environmental Policy and Sustainability Advocacy | 3 | THE 101
• COM 402 | Crisis Communication and Leadership | 3 | COM 201

Career Opportunities

• Disaster Relief Coordinator
• Environmental Policy Analyst
• Community Resilience Consultant
• Non-Profit Program Manager
• Climate Education Advocate
• Humanitarian Aid Logistics Planner
• Sustainability Outreach Specialist

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Meteorology
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years