In keeping with the values of Saint Joseph’s College, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the doctrines and heritage of the Catholic Church, the Division of Graduate & Professional Studies is proud to offer quality, accredited degrees in theological and pastoral studies.

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;
• develop skills for independent inquiry and life-long learning;
• prepare a foundation for entry into the Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology program.

Its eight Student Learning Outcomes are as follows:

Upon completion of this program of study leading to graduation, the student shall:

• understand and appreciate the books of the Old Testament and the New Testament; understand the historical and social contexts of the writings; recognized their literary forms according to appropriate historical-critical methodologies; and place them in their ecclesial context;
• understand and appreciate Catholic doctrine and theology, including the doctrines of the Trinity, Christology, ecclesiology, Christian anthropology, and eschatology;
• understand and appreciate liturgical and sacramental theology and the life of worship in the Church;
• understand and appreciate the history of the Church, including both positive and negative dimensions;
• understand and appreciate the foundations of moral theology and the social doctrine of the Church;
• understand and appreciate the guiding principles for the practice of ministry;
• understand and appreciate the foundations of Catholic spirituality which include the history of Christian religious experience and the types and schools of spirituality;
• be prepared to enter, or to continue, an effective ministry of service to the Church and society.