Master of Theological Studies

The Master of Theological Studies degree introduces and explores the major themes in Catholic doctrine and practice, as well as the research methods that are central to theology as an academic discipline. Required and elective courses permit the student both to develop a solid theological foundation and to pursue an area of interest among courses in doctrine, biblical studies, morality, spirituality, and Church history. 

M.T.S. Degree Requirements

For the Master of Theological Studies, students are required to complete 30 credit hours of graduate course work, which include the required courses:

• THL 500 - Theology: History and Methods
    
• THL 512 - Introduction to the Old Testament
    
• THL 520 - Introduction to the New Testament
    
• THL 535 - Patristic Theology
    
• THL 550 - Christ: Word and Redeemer
    
• THL 670 - Fundamental Moral Theology  

After completing the required 30 credit hours of graduate course work, students are required to take a three-hour qualifying exam.

Concentration in Catholic Education 

The Master of Theological Studies degree with a concentration in Catholic Education allows students the opportunity to earn a more specialized degree by taking four education courses that are  offered each summer by the Providence Alliance  for Catholic Teachers (PACT), which is centered at Providence College.  

In addition to their 18 credit hours of required Theology courses, students devote their remaining 12 credits to the following PACT courses: 

• THL 806 Mission and Culture of Catholic Schools  
• THL 808 Methods of Secondary Education  
• THL 822 Educational Psychology   
• THL 850 Introduction to Teaching