Baccalaurate 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.

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

 

 

 

B.A. in Religious Studies through Weekend College

Looking to obtain your Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Studies from Mount St. Mary’s College, while still being able to work throughout the week? You Can!

This program is designed for working people, of all ages, that want to further their knowledge and understanding of the Roman Catholic tradition and to learn to understand other faiths, cultures, and traditions.

It is simple to request a brochure and begin your journey into a furthering your education and furthering your understanding of the Catholic Faith.