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The University of Dallas offers the Master of Arts in Theology and the Master of Theology. The MA and MTh in theology at the University of Dallas explores the masters of the Catholic Tradition with intellectual rigor and enthusiastic orthodoxy. Students plumb the depths of Scripture, trace dogmatic and theological developments, and explore the true path to virtue, holiness and happiness with God
Coursework: 24 credit hoursA maximum of twelve credits may be earned in 5000 level courses. Six credits may be transferred, with the recommendation of the Chairman, from a graduate institution toward the graduate credits.
Thesis & thesis seminar: 6 credit hoursThe thesis requirement comprises 6 credit hours.
Foreign language requirementA reading knowledge of a classical or modern language is required.In addition to Latin, Greek, French, German, Spanish, and Italian, the University offers Biblical Hebrew, a language especially appropriate for students who have a particular interest in the study of Scripture.
Comprehensive examThe comprehensive exam has written and oral components.
Coursework: 30 credit hours A maximum of twelve credits may be earned in 5000 level courses. Six credits may be transferred, with the recommendation of the Chairman, from a graduate institution toward the graduate credits.
Additional StipulationsSome background in philosophy in the case of the M.Th. applicants and a minimum of nine undergraduate credits in philosophy for the M.A. applicants is required. These requirements may be waived if the applicant demonstrates competency in philosophy.
A sufficiently strong background in theology, preferably an undergraduate theology major, is required. Each applicant's background will be individually evaluated, and in case of deficiency, students will be required to enroll either in appropriate courses or in directed individual study to obtain a foundation in theology. If you have any questions about these programs and wish to contact Theology faculty themselves, please email the chairman of the Department of Theology, Dr. Christopher J. Malloy at cmalloy@udallas.edu. He will answer your questions and/or put you in touch with other professors.
