Theological Studies

Develop a theological foundation that is faithful to the Catholic tradition, sensitive to beliefs of other faith traditions, and aware of the contemporary culture.

• Master of Arts (Theological Studies) (42 credits)

  
  

  Program Goals

  This program is designed to:
  (1)    Cultivate survey knowledge and integration of the Catholic theological tradition and its application in diverse contexts;
  (2)    enable students to think theologically by considering different theological areas, perspectives, and methods;
  (3)    provide an opportunity for students to conduct specialized research in a particular area of interest.
  
  

  CORE COURSES (24 credits)

  PHIL 501: Philosophical Themes in Catholic Theology
  THEO 501: Foundations of Theology
  SCRI 500: Introduction to the Old Testament*
  SCRI 510: Introduction to the New Testament*
  THEO 510: Christology and Trinity
  THEO 530: Christian Morality
  THEO 540: Liturgy and Sacraments
  THEO 551: Ecclesiology of Vatican II
  
  

  * SCRI 505: Introduction to Scripture + SCRI 516: Johannine Literature, SCRI 521: St. Paul’s Epistles, SCRI 532: Torah, or others could replace SCRI 500 + SCRI 510

  
  

  CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 credits)

  HIST 505: History of the Church
  THEO 522: Catholic Social Teachings
  THEO 560: Christian Anthropology
  THEO 570: Canon Law for Ministry
  
  

  ELECTIVE (3 credits)

  Any 500-level course
  
  

  RESEARCH METHODS (no credits)

  MTHD: Basic Research Skills Modules
  
  

  MAJOR PAPER (3 or 6 credits)

  THEO 602: Major Paper (3 credits) or
  THESIS: Thesis Writing (6 credits. 3 in lieu of an elective)
  
  
  

  Learning Outcomes

  Students who have successfully completed this program:
  

  • Students are able to conduct responsible biblical interpretation within the Catholic tradition and demonstrate an understanding of the church’s teaching and practice from historical, doctrinal, and systematic perspectives and its relevance for contemporary Christian living.

  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• Graduate Diploma (Theological Studies) (24 credits)

  
  The Graduate Diploma programs consist of 24 credits of core and diploma specific course work.
  
  12 Credits from the Core Courses (*including required)
  12 Credits of Concentration Courses
  
  

  CORE COURSES (12 Credits)

  Choose 12 credits including * required courses
  
  PHIL 501: Philosophical Themes in Catholic Theology
  THEO 551: Ecclesiology of Vatican II
  THEO 501: Foundations of Theology *
  THEO 510: Christology – Trinity
  THEO 530: Christian Morality *
  THEO 540: Liturgy and Sacraments
  SCRI  500: Introduction to the Old Testament*
  SCRI  510: Introduction to the New Testament*
  
  

  * SCRI 505: Introduction to Scripture + SCRI 516: Johannine Literature, SCRI 521: St. Paul’s Epistles, SCRI 532: Torah, or others could replace SCRI 500 + SCRI 510

  
  

  CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 Credits)

  HIST 505: History of the Church
  THEO 522: Catholic Social Teachings
  THEO 560: Christian Anthropology
  THEO 570: Canon Law for Ministry
  
  
  

• Graduate Certificate (Theological Studies) (15 credits)

  
  The Graduate Certificate programs consist of 15 credits of core, elective and certificate specific course work.
  
  9 Credits of the Core Courses
  6 Credits from Concentration Courses
  
  

  CORE COURSES (9 Credits)

  THEO 501: Foundations of Theology
  THEO 530: Christian Morality
  SCRI 505: Introduction to Scripture
  
  

  CONCENTRATION COURSES (6 Credits)

  HIST 505: History of the Church
  THEO 522: Catholic Social Teachings
  THEO 560: Christian Anthropology
  THEO 570: Canon Law for Ministry
  
  
   

• Catholic Core (9 credits)

  
  
  

  Catholic Core

  Strengthen your personal faith understanding by starting with our core programming.

  Credits can later be applied to a Graduate Certificate or Master’s Degree, based on eligibility requirements. Learn more.