Theology & Philosophy
Theology courses are offered as part of the degree program in Theology and Philosophy, as elements of the QU general education curriculum, as the institution’s signature courses, and as electives. The purpose of these courses is to encourage students to think with fairness, to examine their own religious beliefs and philosophical understandings and those of others. This would enable students to formulate a comprehensive view of life that is intellectually defensible, emotionally and ethically satisfying, but also possessed of the openness requisite for further growth and knowledge and appreciation.
TRS 116 Western Religious Traditions is required of all first-year students.
The Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Philosophy is offered with the following program requirements for majors:
- General requirements for the baccalaureate degree.
- Five core courses required for all Theology and Philosophy majors: TRS 217 Introduction to the Bible; PHI 251 History of Western Philosophy & Theology I: Ancient and Medieval; PHI 252 History of Western Philosophy & Theology II: Modern and Contemporary; TRS 359 Catholic Social Teaching; and either TRS 497 Theology Capstone or PHI 497 Coordinating Seminar.
- One year of college coursework (minimum of 6-8 hours at the introductory level or 6 hours at the intermediate level) in a single foreign language, ancient or modern, or a demonstrated equivalent competency.
- In addition to the above courses, students must choose one of the following concentrations. In each of these concentrations, nine additional courses are taken.
Areas of Study:
Mission statement of Theology and Philosophy Program
Career Opportunities:
Some graduates work in parishes as directors of religious education or as lay administrators. Others continue with postgraduate studies. However, because of their strong training in liberal arts and humanities, graduates are well equipped to work in diverse professions outside of their major area.
Here are just a few roles in which our graduates are currently working:
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University professor
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Hospital chaplain
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Campus Minister
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Religion Teacher
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School Principal
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Counselor
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Attorney
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Program Planner for Dept. of Human Services
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Domestic Violence Advisor
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Business Systems Consultant
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