THEOLOGICAL STUDIES PROGRAM

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Purpose

The Theological Studies Program (TSP) is a 20 course curriculum crafted for postulants with practical ministry experience and who, with their bishop's permission, may complete a shorter degree leading to ordained ministry.  It is also designed for those wishing a seminary education but not wishing to pursue ordination or full-time Christian  work.  TSP courses are the same as regular divinity program courses, except 20 required courses instead of 30.   A diploma in Theological Studies is awarded by Packer College upon successful completion of the program.


Structure

The program consists of 20 courses (plus concurrent field education) and may be completed in two academic years if taken full-time.  The curriculum is divided into four subjects:


  1. Holy Scripture
  2. Sacred Theology
  3. Church History
  4. Pastoral Ministry


Requirements for Graduation

  • Pass a minimum of 20 courses
  • Complete Field Education placements concurrent with academic studies (not applicable for those not pursuing ordained ministry)
  • Pass the oral Doctrine Exam
  • Pass the written English Bible Exam


Course of Study: Core Courses (16)


Holy Scripture (7 courses)

  • Old Testament I, II, III
  • New Testament I, II, III
  • Hermeneutics

 

 Sacred Theology (5 courses)

  • Theology I, II, III
  • Prayer Book Theology
  • Thirty-Nine Articles of Religion

 

Church History (2 courses)

  • History I
  • Anglican History

 

Pastoral Ministry (2 courses)

  • Anglican Spirituality
  • Liturgics


Electives (4 courses)

  - Choose any four other divinity courses, with the

     approval of the Academic Dean.


NOTE:  There is flexibility in this program, depending on the specific needs/interest of the student.  So variations even among normally core courses may be accommodated, with the approval of the Academic Dean.