bachelor of theological studies

Our Bachelor of Theological Studies program is currently under review, and new applications are not being accepted at this time.

Persons who desire theological training, but who do not have a prior degree, may qualify for admission to a supervised pattern of studies leading to the Bachelor of Theological Studies (BTS) Degree. The BTS comprises a blend of courses and other learning experiences both from within the theological disciplines and across the liberal arts and sciences.

Candidates for the BTS Degree will be attached to the Master of Theological Studies degree program of the College, and will engage the theological component of their BTS in company with the graduate students in that program, whether it be the general theological studies stream, the spirituality stream, or the worship arts stream. Students will complete the components of the degree program, at an undergraduate level and without the writing of a thesis. They will also complete the equivalent of ten semester-length undergraduate courses chosen, in consultation with their faculty advisor, from amongst the liberal arts and sciences.

Candidates may enroll in one of three streams:

Stream One
BTS

General entry-level studies within the theological disciplines with opportunity to specialize in a chosen field of study.

Stream Two
BTS (Spirituality Specialization)

General entry-level studies within the theological disciplines, specializing in the field of Spirituality.

Stream Three
BTS (Worship Arts Specialization)

General entry-level studies within the theological disciplines specializing in the field of Worship Arts.

Courses will be selected in consultation with a faculty advisor in accordance with the requirements of the stream selected.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  1. High School Diploma
  2. General readiness to function in an integrative theological program in terms of both personal qualities and academic competencies
  3. A commitment to one's lay profession or employment (paid or volunteer) as a ministry
  4. Willingness to engage in a program that is grounded in the Christian faith but is also broadly ecumenical and interfaith

Please note: Admission is on a case-by-base basis, depending on a variety of factors. A limited number of undergraduate places are available in the program. Interested persons should discuss their plans with the Program Coordinator of the Degree, or with the Dean.

When admission to a degree program has been denied, a student may make appeal to the Dean whose decision is considered final.

Our Bachelor of Theological Studies program is currently under review, and new applications are not being accepted at this time.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

90 Credits
Equivalent to three years of full-time study - work should be completed within six years

COLLEGIA (5 credits)
Five 1-credit Collegia:
Intake Collegium: part of application process; concludes with intake interview. Students utilize case studies and other experiential learning exercises in a peer setting, explore biography as theology, establish learning goals and review the traditions, tasks and opportunities of the BTS/MTS Program.
Four Program Collegia: members of the BTS/MTS program share current research interests, and work together as peers on a chosen topic.

CORE PROGRAM (24 credits)
Eight 3-credit courses: Two Biblical Studies, Two Theology, Two History, Two Practice in Ministry

ELECTIVES (12 credits)
Four 3-credit courses in area of specialization

ARTS COURSES (30 credits)
Ten 3-credit arts courses from a recognized university or college

PRACTICUMS (4 credits)
Two 2-credit Supervised Practicums (6-week duration)

MINI-PROJECTS (9 credits)
Six 1.5-credit mini-projects

INTEGRATIVE THEOLOGY PAPER (6 credits)
10,000-15,000 words (40-60 double-spaced pages or equivalent)

Our Bachelor of Theological Studies program is currently under review, and new applications are not being accepted at this time.