Theology and Religious Studies Minor

Requirements

In order to earn a minor in theology and religious studies, students must complete 30 credits in theology and religious studies, including:

Choose three courses in one of the following specializations: (15)

Biblical Studies
Systematic Theology
Historical Theology
Theological Ethics
World Religions

Choose one course (or a total of five credits) from each of three areas outside the chosen specialization:

Biblical Studies
Systematic/Historical Theology
Theological Ethics
World Religions
Spirituality

NOTE:

1. Students considering a minor should contact the department chair as soon as possible to discuss options. 2. Brochures with sample courses for each area of specialization are available in the departmental office. 3. All minors will work closely with a faculty advisor in their chosen area of specialization. 4. It is strongly recommended that students take one or more 400-level courses. 5. If students design their programs carefully, courses taken to fulfill the Theology and Religious Studies core requirement will count toward the minor. See policy for minors (84-1 ) for more information.