Christian Studies Major

Description: A program that focuses on the philosophy and teachings of Jesus Christ and his apostles, and the subsequent intellectual and cultural movements and institutions based on Christianity. Includes instruction in Christian sacred scripture, Christian literature and philosophy, and studies of one or more of the main branches of the faith and their cultural context including Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, Evangelicalism, and others. Is Christian Studies the right major for you?
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Christian Studies Major

What Courses Do Christian Studies Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Christian Studies majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Philosophy
  • Religious Literature
  • Religious Studies