Philosophy and Theological Studies
The Ph.D. in Philosophy and Theological Studies is for students who desire to engage in deep explorations of philosophy and systematic theology. This degree prepares students to teach philosophy, apologetics, and systematic theology in a broad range of graduate and undergraduate contexts.
Faculty qualified to supervise students in this degree include:
Systematic Theology
Philosophy
Fall/Winter 1
85030 Pneumatology and Ecclesiology |
This course leads students through a biblical, historical, and systematic study of the person, intratrinitarian relations, and work of the Holy Spirit, as well as an exploration of the nature of the church and the practice of ministry in and through the church. |
85350 History of Western Philosophy |
The study is designed so the seminar participant may develop an advanced understanding of the history of philosophy and its impact on Christian theology and mission. |
85200 Philosophy Colloquium |
This colloquium is designed to introduce the student to essential, historical, and contemporary source material related to the investigation of moral philosophy. |
Spring/Summer 1
85370 Metaphysics |
This course is an intensive study of metaphysics. It will study the question of knowledge in great detail, along with the unique insights a Christian brings to the question of the nature of reality. |
85040 Modern Theology |
This course leads students through a study of the dominant theological movements from the nineteenth century to today and their impact on evangelical theology. Special focus will be given to the Enlightenment, Classical Liberal Theology, Neo-Orthodoxy, Process Theology, Liberation Theology, Post-Liberalism, Theological Interpretation of Scripture, and recent theological developments in the twenty-first century. |
84500 Theological Studies Colloquium |
The Theological Studies colloquium covers the full range of loci of systematic theology over four consecutive colloquia. Each colloquium covers one or two main doctrinal areas. |
Fall/Winter 2
85290 Christian Apologetics |
This seminar studies the foundational issues in Christian apologetics such as the discipline’s methods, history, and biblical antecedents. |
85010 Theology Proper and Providence |
This seminar presents an intensive study of critical issues and major movements in understanding the doctrine of God, giving special attention to the historical positions and contemporary proposals. It will also focus on the Reformed understanding of the doctrine of providence, as articulated in the Reformed confessions of faith of the 16th and 17th centuries. |
85200 Philosophy Colloquium |
This colloquium is designed to introduce the student to essential, historical, and contemporary source material related to the investigation of moral philosophy. |
Spring/Summer 2
85020 Christology and Atonement |
This seminar presents an intensive study of critical issues and major movements in understanding the person of Christ, paying special attention to historical positions and contemporary proposals in light of Scripture’s teaching on Christ and the incarnation. It will also analyze various theories of the atonement, both ancient and contemporary. |
84970 Aesthetic Theology |
Aesthetics forms a critical basis for theological formulations. In this seminar, classical aesthetic and theological systems from Aristotle to Beardsley, from Aquinas to von Balthasar will be explored. |
84500 Theological Studies Colloquium |
The Theological Studies colloquium covers the full range of loci of systematic theology over four consecutive colloquia. Each colloquium covers one or two main doctrinal areas. |
If you are interested in applying for the Ph.D. in this area of study, learn more about the Admissions Process. To prepare for the entrance exam in this area of study, consult the study guide.