Degrees

• B.A. in Religious Studies
• Minor in Religious Studies
• M.A. in Religious Studies

B.A. in Religious Studies

All undergraduate courses are divided according to the five areas listed below:

1. Scripture
2. Christian Thought
3. Christian Ethics
4. Religion and Religions
5. Special Offerings

Lower Division Requirements:

• RST 15 - Introduction to Christian Scriptures (3)
• RST 41 - Introduction to Christian Ethics (3)
• RST 21 - Introduction to Catholicism (3)

Upper Division Requirements:

• Christian Scriptures: (3) RST 190S Advanced Studies in Scripture
• Christian Thought: (6)
  • RST 131 Jesus
  • RST 190T Advanced Studies in Christian Thought
  • 3 units in upper division elective
• Christian Ethics: (6)
  • RST 190E Advanced Studies in Christian Ethics
  • 3 units in upper division elective
• Electives: (3) 3 units in upper or lower division
• Thesis (3) RST 199 Senior Thesis

Total units in Religious Studies: 30

Plus general studies requirements and electives totaling 124 semester units including modern language requirement.

Majors must maintain a "C" or better in each of the courses taken in fulfillment of these requirements.

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Minor in Religious Studies

Requirements:

• An Introductory Level Christian Scripture course (3)
• Christian Thought (3)
• Christian Ethics (3)
• Electives: 9 units (at least 6 of which must be upper division) (9)

Total units in Religious Studies: 18

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M.A. in Religious Studies

The Master of Arts Program reflects a commitment to the pursuit of Catholic scholarship within the broader range of ecumenical Christian thought. The degree program is built on the belief that the analysis of theological thought can best be carried out when there is a critical search for truth in its varied historical dimensions. The Certificate Programs are offered to those desirous of advanced study in theology and/or preparation for specific areas of ministry.

The Graduate Program in Religious Studies consists of two tracks: Studies in Theology and Studies in Ministry.

The Studies in Theology track is designed to promote the integration of a broad theological understanding within one's own personal faith stance. Students are challenged to consider the interrelation between theory and its application and in that dual consideration to see their personal religious goals and belief systems in new ways. Included:

• Advanced Religious Studies

The Studies in Ministry track provides academic course work that enables students to obtain a background in both theology and ministry. Course work culminates in an integration seminar that brings together the theological and practical aspects of ministry. Includes:

• Youth & Young Adult Ministry

Because of the structure of the program, the varying goals of students can be realized. Those teaching religion, those wishing further study in ministry, those desirous of pursuing doctoral studies, and those interested in enrichment are all served.

The faculty is composed of a core group and visiting professors who provide both continuity for the program and theological competence in specific fields of inquiry.