UBAHTHLFT-2025-6-O - L-Università ta' Malta

Course Title

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theology

MQF Level

Duration and Credits

3 Years

180 ECTS

Mode of Study

Full-time

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This programme of study is also offered on a part-time basis. Please consult the Registrar's website for more information pertaining to courses offered by the University.

The course programme introduces you to a comprehensive study of the biblical sources of Christianity as well as its history, and its doctrinal, ethical and pastoral aspects, including its connections with the spheres of economics, politics, culture and biotechnology. This course is ideal if you wish to prepare for further specialised training in Theology, or would like to relate faith to your own work, or to your professional or social responsibilities. It would also provide you with a good grounding for the teaching of religion at secondary school level or to exercise certain forms of pastoral ministry or community work. By the end of the course, you will be able to demonstrate your acquired knowledge and understanding of the subject by carrying out a research-based dissertation. The Department of Theology encourages you to participate in an Erasmus+ mobility programme, for a more diverse and multicultural academic journey.

Communication and Academic Skills Programme

The communication and academic skills programme complements students’ main course of study. It introduces them to writing and presenting as situated within academic contexts sensitive to specific disciplines and develops their competences for future careers.


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

FDT1100	Philosophical Foundations of Theology	4 ECTS	(NC)
PHI1001	History of Philosophy: (a) Ancient Philosophy and (b) Medieval Philosophy	4 ECTS
PHI1014	Political Philosophy	4 ECTS	(NC)
PSY1610	Major Paradigms in Psychology: The Psychoanalytic and Humanistic Paradigms, and Behaviourism	6 ECTS
THL1001	Introduction to Theology	10 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

FDT1020	The Mystery of Christ	4 ECTS	(NC)
FDT1060	Vatican 2: Vision and Paradigms	4 ECTS	(NC)
HPA1100	Early Christian History	4 ECTS	(NC)
PHI1006	History of Philosophy: (a) Modern Philosophy and (b) Contemporary Philosophy	4 ECTS
PHI1017	Ethics	4 ECTS	(NC)
PLC1400	The Pastoral Context: Sociological Considerations	4 ECTS	(NC)
SHG1010	Biblical Inspiration and Interpretation	2 ECTS	(NC)
SHG1570	Personification of Evil	2 ECTS	(NC)
THL1570	Introduction to Judaism and Islam	4 ECTS	(NC)

Requirement for regular progression to Year Two: 60 ECTS credits

During their second year of studies, in addition to the compulsory study-units, students shall be required to register for 2 ECTS credits from the elective study-units on offer during the year.


Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

FDT3160	Christian Anthropology	6 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

FDT3670	The Sacraments: Theological and Pastoral Aspects	4 ECTS	(NC)
HPA2230	Fundamental Patrology	4 ECTS	(NC)
MRT2010	Principles of Moral Theology	4 ECTS	(NC)
MRT3330	Theology, Sexuality and Marriage	4 ECTS	(NC)
PHI2120	Metaphysics 1: Ontology	4 ECTS	(NC)
SHG2160	Pentateuch and Historical Books	4 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

FDT2600	Biblical Figures and Accounts in the Qur'an	4 ECTS	(NC)
HPA2231	The History of the Church in Malta	4 ECTS	(NC)
MRT3300	Politics, Economics and Theology	4 ECTS	(NC)
PHI1016	Philosophy of Perception	4 ECTS	(NC)
PHI2123	Metaphysics 2: Natural Theology and Atheism	4 ECTS	(NC)
SHG2260	Prophetic, Apocalyptic and Wisdom Literature	4 ECTS	(NC)

Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of student registrations and time-table constraints)

FDT1500	Dialogue between Faith and Science	2 ECTS
PLC1120	Liturgy and Language	2 ECTS

Requirement for regular progression to Year Three: 60 ECTS credits


Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

THL3200	Dissertation	10 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

FDT2310	A Christian Understanding of God	4 ECTS	(NC)
HPA2820	The Church's International Relations	2 ECTS	(NC)
MRT3020	The Social Thought of the Church	4 ECTS	(NC)
PLC2400	Media Literacy for Pastoral Praxis	4 ECTS	(NC)
SHG2550	Women in the Bible	2 ECTS	(NC)
SHG3050	The Synoptic Gospels	4 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

FDT3060	Aspects of Christology and Mariology	6 ECTS	(NC)
SHG2050	Johannine Literature	4 ECTS	(NC)
SHG2760	Pauline Writings and Acts of the Apostles	4 ECTS	(NC)
THL3141	Synoptic Study-Unit Paper 1 - Philosophy	4 ECTS	(NC)
THL3151	Synoptic Study-Unit Paper 2 - Sacred Scripture	4 ECTS	(NC)
THL3161	Synoptic Study-Unit Paper 3 - Fundamental and Dogmatic Theology	4 ECTS	(NC)
THL3171	Synoptic Study-Unit Paper 4 - Moral Theology	4 ECTS	(NC)

Requirement for successful completion of Year Three: 60 ECTS credits.
Requirement for award of B.A. (Hons) in Theology: 180 ECTS credits

This programme of study is governed by The General Regulations for University Undergraduate Awards, 2019 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theology - B.A. (Hons) Theology - under the auspices of the Faculty of Theology.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

Understand the relationship between philosophical and theological reflection, spiritual growth, and witnessing to faith.
Explain, having examined in detail, Christian beliefs about the Trinitarian God, the Incarnation, and the History of Salvation.
Communicate theologically-based responses on the Bible and the Teachings of the Church.
Understand and accept the Sacred Scripture as God's revelation throughout the history of the Jewish people in the Old Testament right up to the culmination of revelation in Jesus Christ.
Critically analyse different views concerning religious experience.
Explain in detail the major developments that occurred in the Church and in theology as the Church sought to keep the Christian tradition alive throughout the ages.

Knowledge Understanding

Understand and accept the Sacred Scripture as God's revelation throughout the history of the Jewish people in the Old Testament right up to the culmination of revelation in Jesus Christ,
Understand the relationship between philosophical and theological reflection, spiritual growth, and witnessing to faith.
Recognize and appreciate the contribution of the important thinkers on the subject. Application Understanding
Explain, having examined in detail, Christian beliefs about the Trinitarian God, the Incarnation, and the History of Salvation,
Explore the revelation inherent in the Christian religion,
Investigate the interplay between faith, reason and revelation.

Communication Skills

Communicate theologically-based responses on the Bible and the Teachings of the Church,
Communicate and adapt the Christian message according to the social context,
Explain in detail the major developments that occurred in the Church and in theology as the Church
Express how their beliefs, values, faith and culture shape their actions and attitudes.

Judgmental Skills

Critically analyze different views concerning religious experience,
Examine and questions one's own spiritual life,
Respond to queries related to faith and belief.

Learning Skills

Acknowledge the inter-relationship between spiritual and human development,
Endorse the richness afforded by multiple perspectives in society, and in Catholic teachings and Tradition,

Autonomy and Responsibility

Express how beliefs, values, faith and culture shape actions and attitudes,
Reflect theologically on the Bible,
Articulate the growth and integration of one's intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual self.
Appreciate the value of personal ongoing formation.

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Fee per academic year: Eur 8,500

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As a holder of this degree, you will be eligible to register for second-cycle programmes leading to Master's Degrees. As a graduate of Theology, you would be able to work as a chaplain, higher education lecturer or teacher. If you would like to pursue an academic profession at a University standard, then further studies at postgraduate level is encouraged.

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