Degree Requirements

Below is a list of degree requirements for the Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies degree.

• All credits are quarter credits
• Years average is based on FT at 3 classes per quarter

I. Scripture (9 credits)

• Christian Scriptures: Narratives
• Selective of Christian Scripture
• Hebrew Scriptures: Wisdom & Narratives or Hebrew Scriptures: Prophetic Context

II. Systematic and Historical Theology (12 credits)

• Methods and Contexts of Theological Reflection
• Theology of the Human Person or Jesus the Christ
• Theology, Ecumenism, and Pluralism
  Choose one (1) of the following courses
• History of Ancient Christianity
• History of Medieval Christianity
• History of the Reformation

III. Spirituality, Ethics and Justice (12 credits)

• Christian Theological Ethics
• Community, Culture, and Justice
• Christian Spirituality and Prayer
• Contemporary Expressions in Spirituality

IV. Skills and Ministerial Formation (12 credits)

• Professional Care Skills
• Internship & Integration I & II
• The Art and Spirituality of Creative Education

V. Worship and Liturgy (3 credits)

• Sacramental and Liturgical Theology or Theology and Practice of Worship

VI. Electives (6 credits)

For complete course descriptions, credit information and more please visit the SU Academic Catalog.