Religious Studies & Philosophy Major
The Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy offers a major in Theology, designed to enable students to grow personally and professionally in their understanding and appreciation of religion and the role of religion in their lives as persons-in-community.
Theology Major
- RLS 121 Introduction to Theology OR RLS 124 Catholic Beliefs and Practices3
- RLS 201 Introduction to the Old Testament 3
- RLS 202 Introduction to the New Testament 3
- RLS 210 Church: A Community of Faith3
- RLS 211 Morality in the Catholic Tradition 3
- RLS 311 Sacramental Theology 3
- RLS 425 Christ: Human and Divine 3
Select 2 Courses in Scripture Electives (6 credits)
- RLS 204 Synoptic Gospels3
- RLS 301 Prophetic Literature3
- RLS 401 Gospel of John3
Select 2 Courses in Theology Electives (6 credits)
- RLS 214 Franciscan Theology & Spirituality3
- RLS 275 Major Religious Traditions of the World3
- RLS 316 Ecclesiastical History3
Select 1 Courses in Philosophy Electives (3 credits)
- PHL 110 Critical Thinking3
- PHL 201 Philosophy of the Human Person3
An academic minor program or second major must be completed in conjunction with this program.
- Total Program Credits 36
- Liberal Arts Core 45-50
