Faculty of Theology Basic Degree Programs

Diploma Programs| Admission Requirements:
DipTheoStud and DipRelEd

The Diploma Programs offer flexibility in course selection. Ten units of study constitute each diploma program. A student has a maximum of eight years within which to complete all requirements of the program on a full-time or part-time basis.

Admission Requirements for all Diploma Programs (DipTheoStud and DipRelEd)

• A bachelors degree, or its equivalent, with at least a C standing, although a limited number of qualififed mature students without a bachelors degree are admitted.
• Official transcripts of previous studies sent directly to the Faculty by the granting institutions.
• Two letters of recommendation sent directly to the Faculty by those writing the letters.
• A "Letter of Intent" from the applicant.
• Payment of a non-refundable application fee.

* Students may be required to demonstrate proficiency in both spoken and written English by passing a TOEFL examination.

Diploma In Theological Studies (DipTheoStud)

Purpose

The Diploma in Theological Studies Program is designed for those persons interested in updating or renewing previous theological study, such as persons on sabbatical or research leave, or those interested in the study of theology for personal enrichment.

Curriculum

The ten (10) units of study are distributed as follows:

• 1 unit, Introduction to the Old Testament. (SMB1007)
• 1 unit, Introduction to the New Testament (SMB1501)
• 1 unit, Foundations of Theology (SMT1101)
• 1 unit, Fundamental Themes in Christian Ethics (SMT1904)
• 4 units of choice from any department within the TST
• 2 units of choice from any department in the TST including Field Education or, with permission, 2 units of study from other related departments in the University of Toronto. Students must complete a minimum of 5 units of study including Theology of Ministry (SMP 2600) before applying for Field Education. For a complete description of Field Education refer to the description found in the section of this Bulletin under the Master of Divinity program. Diploma students choosing the Field Education elective need to complete 100 hours of placement.

N.B. Core Systematic and Ethics courses must be taken from offerings in the Roman Catholic tradition.

Diploma In Religious Education (DipRelEd)

Purpose

The Diploma in Religious Education Program is designed for persons involved in the ministry of religious education, either formally or informally. It is also intended to help persons who desire to update their knowledge of theology or previous training in catechetics and religious education. In particular, it is aimed at persons involved in parish-based religious education and catechesis with children, youth, or adults, including preparation for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.

Curriculum

The ten (10) units of study are distributed as follows:

• 1 unit, Introduction to the New Testament (SMB1501).
• 1 unit, Introduction to the Old Testament.(SMB1007).
• 1 unit, Foundations of Theology (SMT1101).
• 1 unit, Fundamental Themes in Christian Ethics (SMT1904).
• 1 unit, Sacramental Theology or Liturgy.
• 4 units of choice from the religious education courses in the Pastoral Department. (The course SMP 3432, History of Religious Education, is strongly recommended).
• 1 unit, free elective, including Field Education. Those choosing the elective in Field Education must have completed five (5) courses as a prerequisite.

N.B. Core Systematic and Ethics courses must be taken from offerings in the Roman Catholic tradition.