Department of Theology and Christian Ministry

Are you fascinated by the history of religion and the role it has played in society? In addition to investigating religious symbols, texts, practices, and belief systems, the study of theology examines the relationship of God to ethics, contemporary social issues, politics, history, psychology, science, literature, and the arts. It also focuses on in-depth aspects of holiness and the Christian faith.

Overview:

PLNU offers a philosophy and theology major as part of the School of Theology and Christian Ministry.

Graduate theological education today presumes broad learning across the curriculum with a concentration in a particular area. The major in philosophy and theology aims to prepare the student for graduate education by:

• Introducing the student to philosophy and theology as intellectual disciplines.
• Initialing the student into the central documents, beliefs, and practices of the Christian faith, both historical and contemporary.
• Providing flexibility to supplement the major with courses in complementary disciplines with the possibility of concentrated study in one area of interest.

Special Features:

• Utilization of French, Greek, or German as required general education foreign language elective.
• Also offered as a philosophy only concentration
• Students develop the ability to think logically and critically, read complex material with good understanding, analyze problems and propose solutions, and evaluate evidence – all of which are characteristics valued by employers in countless fields.

Career Opportunities:

• Graduate Work (in philosophy, theology, or another field)
• Writing or Teaching in the field
• Ministry and/or Public Service
• Work with a Nonprofit Organization