Religious & Theological Studies
Religious and theological studies at Merrimack College investigate the meaning and purpose of life through a study of Christianity and other religious traditions. As a department at a Catholic and Augustinian institution of higher education, we ensure that students encounter the richness of the Catholic spiritual, intellectual, and ecclesial tradition in the course of their study, and that they are introduced to the life, thought and influence of Saint Augustine.
We offer a comprehensive program in the academic study of religion that not only investigates many aspects of Christianity, but also provides opportunities for the study of other religions. All students at Merrimack College are required to pass the “Introduction to Religious and Theological Studies” (RTS 1001), and to take at least one additional course in the department before graduation. Note that RTS1001 is a prerequisite for all other courses in the department. The introductory course is given the number RTS1001 because it is the most basic in our department and is appropriate for first-year students. All other courses are given numbers in the 2000, 3000, and 4000 range, which indicate the progressively more difficult nature of the courses.
Other opportunities include a major in religious studies, a major in theological studies, a minor program in religious and theological studies, an internship program, and participation in the National Honor Society for Religious Studies and Theology (Theta Alpha Kappa).
Departmental Contact Information
Department of Religious Studies, Room 107 Cushing Hall, mail stop box C-2. Tel: x4189