What is Theology?
Theology is the intellectual exercise of faith seeking understanding. As an academic discipline, theology seeks to understand God and God’s relation to human beings and the world human beings inhabit. By exposing you to ideas that expand your way of thinking and challenge you to see the world in new ways, Assumption’s theology program provides valuable and distinctive dimensions to an Assumption liberal arts education. Through analytical theological seminars and experiences, students learn about the human experience and explore the role of faith and reason in the search for truth.
Why Study Theology?
By learning strong analytical and communication skills and the ambition to seek truth in all things, Assumption students are well-prepared for careers in virtually any field. Most students who major in this also have another major as a career interest. While some go on to graduate programs in philosophy or theology, many graduates pursue law and political science or enter directly into careers in such fields as education, counseling, business, government, and ministry.
This program will equip you to:
- Understand the relation of Catholic theological teachings to fundamental enduring human concerns
- Understand Catholic theology’s basic theological relation to other theological traditions
- Write clearly, insightfully, and in a well-ordered manner
- Improve oral and written communication and persuasion skills
Ty Monroe, Ph.D.
Faculty
Experiential Learning
Assumption's Rome Campus
At Assumption's campus in Rome, Italy, the city and the country become your classroom through daily and weekend-long excursions throughout "the eternal city" and the Italian countryside. This unique study abroad experience will enrich your academic and cultural pursuits as you walk in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators then enjoy delectable Italian cuisine or perhaps a cappuccino after class in a local cafe. (Did you know that your financial aid follows you to Rome?)
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Faculty/Student Research
The Assumption curriculum encourages scholarly and real-world experience. With hands-on research conducted alongside faculty mentors, students gain a depth of knowledge and skills that lead to professional success and personal fulfillment.Study Abroad
At Assumption University, the world is your classroom. Students can study and explore abroad in over 50 places from Vienna to England, South Africa, and even our own campus in historic, yet modern, Rome, Italy. Assumption’s study abroad program offers culture, history, and a living classroom for all.Internships
Assumption starts planning for your future the day you arrive on campus. Our Career Development and Internship Center helps students secure exciting and fulfilling internships where you’ll apply knowledge obtained in the classroom in a professional setting, preparing for a future career or additional study. Assumption connects students to internship opportunities in corporations, government agencies, research hospitals, non-profit organizations, and more.Career Paths
The skills developed by Assumption theology graduates are sought by a number of employers.
JRH Asset Management
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Mercator Software, Inc.
Nashua High School
First-rate Academics in a Catholic University Setting
Assumption University awakens in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Students are provided an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. Enlivened by the harmony of faith and reason, here, students’ minds and hearts are transformed.