THRS, BA, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Religious Studies - Comparative Religion Specialization
Sample Plan for New Students
The example below assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
| Seattle University Course Number and Title | Washington State Community College Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| Language 1150, 1250, and 1350 | Foreign Language or ASL 121, 122 and 123 or demonstrated proficiency |
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide for more information. Some courses not listed on the Transfer Equivalency Guide may still transfer to SU.
For courses not found on this tool, compare course descriptions with SU’s course catalog to determine equivalent courses at your college/university:
http://catalog.seattleu.edu/
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required for Degree: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated
proficiency - Credits in major: 45
- GPA cumulative minimum: 2.0
- GPA major minimum: 2.0
Resources for Success
- Use MySeattleU for planning courses.
- Meet with a Career Advisor for guidance.
- Access academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
- Visit Advising Services for further information.
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 2100* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) |
| Course 2 | THRS World Religions Elective (5) | HIST 1200, 1210, or 2310 (5) | THRS Interreligious Dialogue Elective* (5) |
| Course 3 | THRS Sacred Texts Elective* (5) | THRS 4070, 4140 or 4300* (5) | THRS 4600 Capstone* (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
- Submit Course Plan for approval via MySeattleU
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 3100* (5) | THRS 2400 Methods in Theology and Religious Studies (5) | THRS World Religions Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | THRS World Religions Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | THRS Theological Ethics Elective* (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with Advisor for Senior Graduation Check
- 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.
Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & 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 OR
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Each THRS course may only satisfy one requirement, though it is
an option in multiple categories. - World Religions Electives: choose 15 credits from: THRS 3000, 3301, 3309, 3310, 3312, 3313, 3314, 3320, 3321, 3322, 3330, 3341, 3342, 3420 or 3430.
- Sacred Texts: choose 5 credits from: THRS 2000, 2001, 2002, 2021, 3000, 3010, 3020, 3070, 3211, 3312 or 3410.
- Theological Ethics: choose 5 credits from: THRS 2202, 2203, 2204, 2205, or 3230. Note: Theological Ethics courses do not satisfy UCOR Ethical Reasoning.
- Interreligious Dialogue: choose 5 credits from: THRS 3222, 3309,
3313 or 3314.