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2006-2007 Catalog 
    
2006-2007 Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Bachelor of Arts in Theological Studies


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This Bachelor of Arts program, which flows from the Mission of Saint Joseph’s College as Catholic in the Mercy tradition, provides an accredited theological education for those who seek to serve the needs of the Church and society.


The Bachelor of Arts in Theological Studies enables students to:

  • Acquire knowledge in theological studies;
  • Deepen and strengthen personal faith;
  • Learn skills applicable to Church ministry roles;
  • Creatively interact with and learn from others in this area of interest;
  • Develop skills for independent inquiry and life-long learning;
  • Prepare a foundation for entry into the Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology program. 

General Education Requirements, BA


   

The BA in Theological Studies consists of 128 credit hours of which 36 credit hours (12 courses) are in the major area – seven required core courses and five electives.

General Education Requirements


(45 semester hour credits)

English Composition   6 credits 

Social Science 12 credits
Natural Science 3 credits
History 6 credits
Philosophy 3 credits
Ethics (PH 210) 3 credits
Mathematics 3 credits
Humanities 9 credits

General Elective Courses


Additional courses (electives) to complete the required 128 semester-hour credits may be selected from any of the course offerings described in the catalog.

Summer Program


Six semester-hour credits must be completed during a two-week residential summer session. Course offerings are announced prior to each residency session in a special summer catalog and include many choices not available through independent study.

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