Degree Programs: Theology

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Theology

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Program Advisors: Dr. Leroy Huizenga effective 11/12

Mission

The Department of Philosophy and Theology strives to advance the dialogue between faith and reason through the study of philosophy, scripture, liturgy, Church history, and Christian morality.

Outcomes

Critically evaluate the dialogue between faith and reason.

Articulate Christian values and their application to human life.

Demonstrate an understanding of servant leadership as reflected in the Christian scriptures and the Benedictine tradition.

Analyze and evaluate philosophical and theological issues.

Major in Theology:

Requirements for a theology major include:

1. 40 semester credits in theology, at least 24 of them upper division

2. One theology course must be THE 429

3. 12 semester credits of philosophy, at least eight of them upper division.

Recommended:

1. Two years of a foreign language

2. Eight hours above the 100-level in communications, English, or education

3. For those considering a pre-seminary program, a minor in philosophy.

Minor in Religious Education:

22-23 semester credits: six courses in theology

Core Freshmen and Core Ethics

One of the courses must be THE 313-Religious Education and Youth Ministry

A course in each of the four major areas of theological study: (Bible/Systematics/ Morality /Sacraments) These areas and the courses are under "Major in Pastoral Ministry." (Core Freshmen and Core Ethics may cover two of these areas)

12 of these credits need to be upper division [especially suited to those in education] EDU 201 and EDU 301 are recommended.

Minor in Liturgy:

18-19 credits: five theology courses

Core Freshmen and Core Ethics

12 credits in liturgical theology or sacraments (The 221, 323, 326, 332, 337) [especially suited to those in music or in the arts]

Minor in Theology:

18-19 credits: five courses in Theology of which at least 12 credits are upper division Theology courses

Core Freshmen and Core Ethics

Minor in Theology/Philosophy:

18-19 credits: any five courses in Theology or Philosophy as long as at least 12 credits are upper division

Core Freshmen and Core Ethics.

With a major in Pastoral Ministry, Theology, or one of the minors listed above, a student receives the degree of Bachelor of Arts.