History of Christianity

Explore how Christians have thought, acted, worshipped, and believed through the centuries and around the world.

History of Christianity

The study of Christian history is an integral aspect of our identity as Christians. The History of Christianity concentration leads you to explore the significance of key people, events, and movements in the continuing story of God’s people—the church of Jesus Christ. In addition to basic courses that survey the history of the church, you will also have the opportunity to focus in depth on the life of the church during specific eras.

Concentration Coordinator: Prabo Mihindukulasuriya

MATS Requirements

For a History of Christianity concentration in the Master of Arts in Theological Studies program, you will need to complete the following Concentration Requirements in addition to the Foundational Core Courses listed on the MATS program page.

Concentration Requirements	Credit Hours
History of Christianity I & II (HIST 501 & 502)	6
600-level History elective	3
History seminar	3
One of the following: Exam Track Comprehensive Exam (3 credits) History electives (6 credits) General electives (18 credits) Thesis Track Advanced Research Methods & Writing (INDS 725) (3 credits) Thesis (6 Credits) History electives (3 credits) General electives (15 credits)	27

The 3 credits of either History of Christianity I or II listed in the Foundational courses are incorporated in this list so that the total credits required for the program is 60.

Worksheet

Download the History of Christianity Worksheet (PDF) to keep track of your program and concentration requirements.

MDiv Requirements

For a History of Christianity concentration in the Master of Divinity program, you will need to complete the following courses as part of the Additional Requirements listed on the MDiv program page.

Concentration Requirements	Credit Hours
History of Christianity electives	6
History of Christianity seminar	3