Faculty of Theology

Our research degrees require focus on original texts and a command of the original language and demonstrated research skills.

The Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) Degree in Christian Theology

The doctoral dissertation may be on any topic in Christian Theology; however, as a highly specialized faculty dedicated to the thought of Augustine, the Augustinian tradition and the influence of Augustine on philosophy and theology, the student is encouraged to either focus on the thought of St. Augustine of Hippo, or make some connection with Augustine and the Augustinian tradition.

The dissertation may be written in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German or Dutch depending upon the competency and with the permission of the supervising professor.

The doctoral student is required to demonstrate competency in the necessary original and scholarly languages of his or her research.

The doctoral program usually takes between two and four years to complete, depending upon the student. As with most of our degrees, the doctoral program in theology is a non-residential, research degree under the supervision of a directing professor.

Most candidates for the Th.D. degree are secondary-level teachers of theology and clergy seeking scholarly achievement and the development of a theological expertise.

The Master Of Theology (Th.M.) Degree in Christian Theology

The doctoral dissertation may be on any topic in theology; however, since we have a highly specialized faculty dedicated to the thought of Augustine, the Augustinian tradition and the influence of Augustine on philosophy and theology, the student is encouraged to either focus on Augustine of Hippo, or make some connection with Augustine and the Augustinian tradition.

The dissertation written may be in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German or Dutch depending upon the competency and permission of the supervising professor.

The doctoral student is required to demonstrate competency in the necessary original and scholarly languages of his or her research.

The doctoral program usually takes between two and four years to complete, depending upon the student. As with most of our degrees, the doctoral program in theology is a non-residential, research degree under the supervision of a directing professor.

The Th.M. degree is intended for clergy and teachers of theology seeking to master theological research, methodology and scholarly concentration on a specific field of theology and especially within the Augustinian intellectual tradition. The Th.M. degree also prepares the student for the possibility of doctoral research and writing.