Theology and Religious Studies, BA, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Religious Studies
Sample Plan for New Students
The sample shows a typical plan to complete the degree based on current degree requirements and course offerings, and is not the only possible plan. The number of credits for each course is in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites, and the order of courses in the sample plan accounts for these. Each new student, in consultation with their advisor, will complete a personal academic plan tailored to their specific goals and interests.
- Semester Degree Plan (for students who enroll in Summer 2027 or beyond)
- Quarter Degree Plan (for students who enroll prior to Summer 2027)
For more information about Seattle University's transition to the semester calendar, visit SU Moves to Semesters.
Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 120 semester credits or 180 quarter credits
- Credits in Major: 30 semester credits or 50 quarter credits
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
Semester-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Sample Plan For New Students
For students who enroll in Summer 2027 or beyond
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 1000: Signature Seminar (3) | UCOR Stage I (3) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Stage I (3) | UCOR Stage I (3) |
| Course 3 | College Language Requirement (4) | College Language Requirement (4) |
| Course 4 | General Elective (3) | College History Requirement (3) |
| Course 5 | General Elective (3) | UCOR 2100: Theological Explorations (3) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Get Involved
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | THRS XXXX: Religious Traditions and Spiritual Practices – choose one (3) | THRS XXXX: Sacred Texts and the Religious Imagination – choose one (3) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Stage II (3) | THRS XXXX: Religion and Social Justice – choose one (3) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
| Course 4 | General Elective (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
| Course 5 | General Elective (3) | General Elective (3) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Plan for Study Abroad
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | THRS 2400: Methods in Theology and Religious Studies (3) | THRS 4080: Interpreting Sacred Texts (3) |
| Course 2 | THRS Elective (3) | THRS 4950: Internship (3) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage III (3) |
| Course 4 | UCOR Stage III (3) | General Elective (3) |
| Course 5 | General Elective (3) | General Elective (3) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Find Internship or Research Opportunities
- Meet with Faculty Mentor
- Review Educational Plan
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | THRS 4500: Advanced Religious Studies (3) | THRS 4300: Major Themes and Thinkers in Christian Theology (3) |
| Course 2 | THRS Elective (3) | General Elective (3) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Stage III (3) | General Elective (3) |
| Course 4 | General Elective (3) | General Elective (3) |
| Course 5 | General Elective (3) | General Elective (3) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Mentor
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Stage I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Stage. For more information, please visit the University Core website.
Stage 1: Foundations
- UCOR 1000/2000 Signature Seminar
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1500 Philosophies of Humanity
Stage 2: Inquiry
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2300 Inquiry Seminar in Creative Arts and Expression
- UCOR 2400 Inquiry Seminar in Literature, Art, or History
- UCOR 2600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 2800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
- UCOR 29XX Ethical Inquiry
Stage 3: Engagement
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3200 Global Perspectives
- UCOR 3300 Responsibility and Action
Curriculum Notes
- Each THRS course may only satisfy one requirement, even if it is listed as an option in multiple categories.
- THRS Religious Traditions and Spiritual Practices, THRS Sacred Texts and the Religious Imagination, and THRS Religion and Social Justice are broad categories. Specific courses that satisfy these requirements can be found in the catalog. See the department if you have questions about options not listed.
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email CAS Advising at ASCAdvising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.
Quarter-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Sample Plan For New Students
For students who enroll prior to Summer 2027
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | †HIST 1200, 1210, OR 2310 (5) | UCOR 2100 – Theological Explorations (5) |
| Course 3 | Language 1150 (5) | Language 1250 (5) | Language 1350 (5) |
†Choose HIST 1200 – Constructing Past & Present I (5), HIST 1210 – Constructing Past & Present II (5), OR HIST 2310 – US in the World (5)
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Get Involved
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | THRS Religious Traditions & Spiritual Practices (5) | THRS Sacred Texts & the Religious Imagination (5) | THRS Religion & Social Justice (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | UCOR 3100 – Religion in a Global Context (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Plan for Study Abroad
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | Elective Course in Major (5) | THRS 2400 – Methods in Theology & Religious Studies (5) | THRS 4080 – Interpreting Sacred Texts (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | THRS 4950 – Internship (3) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Find Internship or Research Opportunities
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Review Educational Plan
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | THRS 4500 – Advanced Religious Studies (5) | THRS 4300 – Major Themes & Thinkers in Christian Theology (5) |
| Course 2 | Elective Course in Major (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression and Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Each THRS course may only satisfy one requirement, even if it is listed as an option in multiple categories.
- THRS Religious Traditions and Spiritual Practices, THRS Sacred Texts and the Religious Imagination, and THRS Religion and Social Justice are broad categories. Specific courses that satisfy these requirements can be found in the catalog. See the department if you have questions about options not listed.
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email CAS Advising at ASCAdvising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.