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For complete program details, consult the Faculty of
Theology Website
The aim of the Licenciate in Theology (L.Th.) (ECS)
is the training of professional theologians. It intends to help
candidates:
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improve their knowledge of the nature, history and methods of
theology;
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begin
to specialize in Eastern Christian Studies as a particular area
of theology.
Admission Requirements
Also refer to
General Academic Regulations
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The candidate must hold an ecclesiastical B.Th.
or a degree deemed equivalent by the Faculty with minimum second
class standing (B average).
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The candidate must have a mastery of one of the
two official languages of the University (French or English) and
a passive knowledge (ability to follow lectures and to read) of
the other official language.
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The candidate must supply two reference letters
on forms provided by the Faculty. The references should be
written by persons from an academic milieu.
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The candidate registering in Eastern Christian
Studies, must have demonstrated a certain level of knowledge in
the concentration.
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To be admitted to the second year of the L.Th.
program, the candidate must have sufficient knowledge of Latin
(Level I – Introduction).
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To be admitted to the second year of the L.Th.
program in E.C.S., the candidate must also have a sufficient
knowledge of Greek. Other ancient or modern languages may be
required depending on the area of research chosen.
Degree
Requirements
The L.Th. in Eastern Christian Studies is a program
consisting of 51 credits:
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30 credits similar in structure to the
M.A.(Th.)(ECS) program.
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21
credits divided as follows:
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two courses in the concentration (6 credits)
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one course in any other concentration (3
credits)
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THO 6105 Important Theological Syntheses (3
credits); (for information please contact the administration
office)
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one course at the University of Ottawa in
training for teaching or its equivalent (3 credits)
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major paper of approximately 40 pages in the
student's concentration (6 credits)
Residence and Time Limit
It is possible to complete the L.Th.(ECS) on a
part-time basis. The candidate must complete all degree requirements
within six years from the date of first registration in the program.
Transfer from Other Universities
Students registering in the L.Th.(ECS) program at
Saint Paul University after having completed graduate studies at
another institution may be granted advanced standing for
successfully completed courses. However, all L.Th. candidates must
complete 27 credits, of which a research paper (6 credits) and THO
6105 Important Theological Syntheses (3 credits) at Saint Paul
University. For information, please contact the Administration
Office.
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