Program overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The undergraduate program in Theology is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a reasoned reflection on their own values, faith, and tradition, as well as on the religious forces that shape our society and world. As a broad liberal arts discipline, theology encourages and guides inquiries into lifeâ€™s most meaningful issues from such diverse perspectives as ethics, Biblical studies, history, psychology, social studies, philosophy, and comparative religion. There is a strong, although not exclusive, emphasis on Christianity, especially as manifested in the Roman Catholic tradition. The major in Theology has proven to be excellent preparation for vocations requiring careful reasoning, close reading, clarity in written expression, the ability to make ethical decisions, and a broad understanding of cultures. It provides a solid background for graduate study in the humanities and for such professional schools as medicine, business, and law. For those wishing to pursue a career in ministry or religious education, of course, Theology is still a prerequisite. Long gone, however, is the time when Theology was considered the exclusive domain of seminarians and the religious. Many students now elect. Theology as a second major to balance and to broaden their education and to provide perspective on such first majors as biology, political science, or English literature. Students who elect to major or minor in Theology are encouraged to meet with the Departmentâ€™s Director of Undergraduate Studies to review their opportunities as well as pertinent departmental policies.

Program overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The undergraduate program in Theology is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a reasoned reflection on their own values, faith, and tradition, as well as on the religious forces that shape our society and world. As a broad liberal arts discipline, theology encourages and guides inquiries into lifeâ€™s most meaningful issues from such diverse perspectives as ethics, Biblical studies, history, psychology, social studies, philosophy, and comparative religion. There is a strong, although not exclusive, emphasis on Christianity, especially as manifested in the Roman Catholic tradition. The major in Theology has proven to be excellent preparation for vocations requiring careful reasoning, close reading, clarity in written expression, the ability to make ethical decisions, and a broad understanding of cultures. It provides a solid background for graduate study in the humanities and for such professional schools as medicine, business, and law. For those wishing to pursue a career in ministry or religious education, of course, Theology is still a prerequisite. Long gone, however, is the time when Theology was considered the exclusive domain of seminarians and the religious. Many students now elect. Theology as a second major to balance and to broaden their education and to provide perspective on such first majors as biology, political science, or English literature. Students who elect to major or minor in Theology are encouraged to meet with the Departmentâ€™s Director of Undergraduate Studies to review their opportunities as well as pertinent departmental policies.

IELTS

7.5+

Students should pursue a strong college preparatory program that includes four units of English, mathematics, social studies, and foreign language, as well as four units of a lab science. Such a program provides a solid foundation for high quality college work, as well as a stronger application in a highly selective admission process. Also they must hold a minimum TOEFL score of 600 on the paper-based test, and 250 on the computer-based test. Students applying from British systems must be enrolled in an â€˜Aâ€™ level program to be considered.

Program Duration

48 Months

Starting Month(s)

Jan-2000

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0 USD

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-

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0 USD

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-

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