Theology | BA

Program Overview

Theology invites students to grapple with some of the fundamental questions of humanity, and to learn to draw upon the sources of a particular faith tradition, namely, Catholic Christianity. This invitation and foundation reflect the mission and values of Anna Maria College, and the charisms of Blessed Marie-Anne Blondin. The study of theology builds on thousands of years of discourse and reflection, and on the foundational elements of both faith and reason. Students in this major will practice the valuable skills of thinking and reading critically, as well as writing and speaking clearly and persuasively, on some of the most relevant, complex and life-defining topics, such as relationships, community, calling, work, service, peace and justice.

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General Education Requirements – 51 credits

Theology Core – 30 credits

Minor (optional but strongly encouraged) and/or General Electives – 39 credits In addition to the required course THE 210 Introduction to Theology and the required second theology course (in the General Education category Catholic Intellectual Tradition), pursuing the theology major requires ten additional courses, as follows:

THE 114 – Bible, Tradition and Church Teaching
THE 310 – Jesus, Fully Human, Fully Divine
THE 316 – Sacramental and Liturgical Theology
Church History 1 course
Scripture 2 courses
Catholic Art/Literature 1 course
Catholic Spirituality or Morality 1 course
Student choice in conjunction with advisor 2 courses

Minor

Requirements: 18 credits

Students minoring in Theology must complete THE210 Introduction to Theology and the required second theology course (in the General Education category Catholic Worldview), even if not required as a transfer student, plus four (4) additional courses as follows:

THE 114 Bible, Tradition and Church Teaching
1 additional 200 level THE course
2 additional 300 level THE courses

Program Learning Outcomes

Students successfully completing the Bachelor’s degree in Theology will be able to:

Demonstrate the appropriate use of fundamental theological vocabulary, sources and research tools
Identify specific passages in the Bible and in Church teaching documents, and analyze these passages in relationship to fundamental theological concepts, methods and questions
Describe ways that contemporary events and trends in the US Catholic Church fit within the larger context of the history of the Church around the world
Describe the Catholic understanding of various contributions that individuals and groups can make toward forming a more peaceful society, drawing upon both moral theology and Catholic social teaching
Analyze, in discussion and in writing, the nature of the relationship between faith and reason in light of the Catholic intellectual tradition
Communicate effectively in discourse and in writing that is clear, coherent and representative of complex thought
Present a portfolio of substantial written and/or creative coursework in conjunction with a cumulative, integrative reflection paper