Bachelor of Arts in Theology

The undergraduate courses in theology offered by the Department of Theological Studies explore religious experience and its manifestations in human history. The primary focus of the Department's courses is the academic study of the Christian tradition and its relationship to other religious traditions. Beginning with the study of sacred scripture, these courses reflect on the teaching and practice of the Church-God, Christ, revelation, faith, sin, grace, salvation, the moral life, worship, and sacraments- examining these in the context of their historical development. In advancing the Jesuit and Catholic tradition of Saint Louis University, the Department of Theological Studies approaches Christian truth with a special emphasis on its relation to human culture and the requirements of social justice.

The study of theology seeks to understand the interrelationship of God with humanity. It is concerned with basic life questions of the past and present, and trains students to evaluate and appreciate the most valuable and vital aspects of religious experience and thought. The department of theological studies enters into this investigation from an academic perspective with the aim of helping students

Major in Theological Studies
The major in theology requires thirty hours in addition to the other core requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Arts and Sciences. After the introductory course, Theological Foundations, nine hours are required in one of the following areas of theology: biblical, historical, systematic and moral/spirituality. Six hours may be taken as electives and seventeen hours in fields related to theology may likewise be pursued. Senior seminars and a senior synthesis are required of each student.

Minor In Theological Studies
The minor in theology requires eighteen hours of theological courses (of which six or nine of these hours are already required for advancement toward the Bachelor's degree in the various undergraduate schools of the University).