Theology and Religious Studies Minor

The Theology and Religious Studies minor provides opportunities for students to gain a critical appreciation for faith and religion, and to explore a broad curriculum that includes courses in theology, biblical studies, ethics/moral theology, religions and culture, spirituality and world religions. The minor complements any number of other fields of study and will work well as a double, or second, minor for many students.

Contact Information

trs@css.edu

Upon completion of the minor in Theology and Religious Studies at The College of St. Scholastica, the graduate will be able to:

1. Articulate basic knowledge in the content areas of the program (theology, biblical studies, etc). 
2. Select relevant sources and/or sacred texts effectively. 
3. Read, discuss and write critically about biblical, religious and/or theological topics. 
4. Analyze the role of religion and/or the Catholic intellectual tradition in shaping meaning.

Requirements

Students must achieve the following program requirements for all courses listed under Program Requirements and Program Required Courses for the Theology and Religious Studies minor.

Program Requirements

Minor Credits: 24
Minor Residency Credits: 24 

Program Required Courses

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Core Courses
Select eight credits from core courses		8
TRS 1101	Introduction to Christian Theology
TRS 1102	Sin, Suffering and Salvation
TRS 1103	Introduction to the Bible
TRS 1104	Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures
TRS 1105	Introduction to the New Testament
TRS 1110	Introduction to Catholicism
TRS 1420	Introduction to Spirituality
TRS 2243	Women and Religion
TRS 2601	Religions of the World
Elective Courses
Select sixteen credits from among all other TRS courses. Eight credits of which must be in 3000-4000 level courses.		16
Total Credits		24

Students pursuing the minor may work with their TRS advisor to tailor their minor to their particular interests.