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Theology Faculty

A degree in Christian Theology at ɬÀï·¬ prepares you to live your life with depth and conviction in whatever field you choose. That might mean serving in an overseas relief agency or with a nonprofit organization. It might mean working in the business sector, health care, education, or other professional area. Or it might mean going on to pursue graduate study in Theology in order to serve God in the church or the academy.  

Regardless of your path, the faculty of the School of Theology knows that what you believe is only one aspect of Christian faith. It also matters how you live out that faith. With our distinctive understanding of theological education (Academy, Abbey, and Apostolate), a degree in Christian Theology from SPU will help you learn to understand your faith so that, in partnership with the Holy Spirit, you might translate it into a way of life that engages the culture and changes the world.

Find out more about this program's mission, vision, and learning outcomes.

Christian Theology (BA)

This degree prepares you to live with depth and conviction in whatever field you choose: serving in an overseas relief agency or nonprofit organization; working in the business sector, health care, education, or other professional area; or pursuing graduate study in Theology.

• A minimum 57–64 credits are required for this major, including 44–50 upper-division credits.
• Our distinctive understanding of theological education (Academy, Abbey, and Apostolate), will help you learn to understand your faith so that, in partnership with the Holy Spirit, you might translate it into a way of life that engages the culture and changes the world.
• This major consists of a set of core courses that reflect the full-range of theological studies (Christian vocation, ministry and mission, scripture, heritage, and doctrine).
• You may also choose one of four areas of concentration: Christian Mission, Christian Scripture, Educational Ministry, or Theological Studies.

VIEW DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

• Christian Theology : Theological Studies (BA)
• Christian Theology: Christian Mission (BA)
• Christian Theology: Christian Scripture (BA)
• Christian Theology: Educational Ministry (BA)

Theology Minors

The School of Theology also offers seven minors and an international certificate.

Apply for the Major 

• To qualify for the major, you must have a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA in all previous college credits.
• You must have attained at least a B- grade in a University Foundations course.
• Apply to this program through the .
• You must complete the major requirements in effect when you are admitted to the major.