Below is a list of degree requirements for the Master of Divinity degree.
- All credits are quarter credits
- Years average is based on FT at 3 classes per quarter
I. Scripture (18 credits)
- Hebrew Scriptures: Wisdom and Narratives
- Hebrew Scriptures: Prophetic Context
- Christian Scriptures: Narratives
- Christian Scriptures: Letters
- Elective in Hebrew Scripture
- Elective of Christian Scripture
II. Systematic and Historical Theology (24 credits)
- Methods and Contexts of Theological Reflection
- Theology of the Human Person
- Jesus the Christ
- Theology, Ecumenism, and Pluralism
- God and the World
- Elective in Systematic Theology
Choose two (2) of the following courses:
- History of Ancient Christianity
- History of Christian Spirituality
- History of Medieval Christianity
- History of the Reformation
III. Spirituality, Ethics, and Justice (21 credits)
- Christian Theological Ethics
- Community, Culture, and Justice
- Christian Spirituality and Prayer
- Psychospiritual Development
- Spiritual Discernment
- Contemporary Expressions in Spirituality
- Elective in Ethics or Justice
IV. Skills and Ministerial Formation (18 credits)
- Professional Care Skills
- Internship & Integration I, II, III & IV
- Elective in Religious Education
V. Worship and Liturgy Courses (6 credits)
- Sacramental and Liturgical Theology or Theology and Practice of Worship
- Elective in Worship/Liturgy
VI. Program Synthesis (3 credits)
VII. Electives (18 credits)
For complete course descriptions, credit information and more please visit the SU Academic Catalog.