2003-2004 - The University of Scranton

202 Arts and Sciences/Theology/Religious Studies
sections, as well as the use of source, form, and
redaction criticism and such more recently
developed approaches as social, scientific, literary,
and feminist criticism.
T/RS 441 3 cr.
Inside the New Testament
An introduction to the primary methods and
problems of New Testament interpretation
focusing on the contents, historical background
and theological import of major passages.
Among the specific topics studied will be from
and redaction criticism along with recent critical
approaches to the text such as structuralist exegesis,
narrative and feminist criticisms.
T/RS 445 3 cr.
Pastoral Theology
(Formerly T/RS 441) This course is based n the
assumption that when done properly, all theology
is pastoral. Throughout the course, students
will “read” both the liturgy an classical theological
texts in a pastoral way, as well as reflect theologically
on their own pastoral experience. It will
be conducted in seminar format.
T/RS 480 1-3 cr.
Internship
(Prerequisite: Junior standing, 15 credits of Theology/Religious
Studies) Theology majors and
minors can receive credits for a variety of ministerial
experiences. Approval must be obtained
beforehand from supervising faculty member and
chairperson. Internship credits can be placed in
the cognate or free area; they do not count toward
the 30 credits needed for a Theology major or the
18 credits needed for a Theology minor.
T/RS 490 3 cr.
Theology Capstone Seminar
(Prerequisite: 12 credits of Theology/Religious
Studies). A capstone seminar required for Theology
majors, recommended for minors and available
to other qualified students with permission
of instructor. Topics will vary from semester to
semester depending on student interest and faculty
expertise. The use of primary sources and
research appropriate to the specific topic will be
emphasized. Students may take more than one
semester of this course.