FACULTY OF THEOLOGY
Dean : Rev. Dr. Stanislas S.
Courses and Eligibility
Following are the courses offered by the Faculty of Theology:
1. Certificate Course in Biblical Studies (C.B.S)
The minimum qualification for this course is Higher Secondary or its equivalent and sufficient knowledge of English. This course consists of minimum 2 semesters during which the candidate has to obtain 30 credits in Biblical studies.
2. Certificate Course in Theology (C. Th.)
Those who have minimum qualification of Higher Secondary or its equivalent and who fulfill the conditions prescribed by the Institute are eligible for this course. This course of two semesters (30 credits) is meant for those students who are not candidates for priesthood.
3. Diploma Course in Theology (Dip. Th.)
Those who hold a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy (B.Ph.) or Diploma in Philosophy (Dip. Ph.)or Certificate Course in Philosophy (C. Ph.) or equivalent are eligible for this course. This course comprises of four semesters/two years of theological studies for non-clerical students. Clerical students who take four years of B.Th. studies, and have become basic course students, will also get a diploma in theology. The diploma students in theology are exempt from attending seminar and writing dissertation.
4. Diploma Course in Spiritual Theology (Dip. Sp.)
The minimum qualification is Higher Secondary or its equivalent and good proficiency in English. This course, conducted by Indian Institute of Spirituality in collaboration with St. Peter’s Pontifical Institute of Theology, consists of 2 semesters of one year during which special courses are offered in the Spiritualities of the East & the West.
5. Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.)
Admission to the B.Th. degree course is open to all candidates who have passed the Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy (B.Ph.) or Diploma in Philosophy (Dip.Ph.) or Certificate Course in Philosophy. (C. Ph.). This course comprises of seven semesters of theological studies (Three and half years) leading to B.Th. degree.
6. Master of Theology (M.Th.)
Admission to the M.Th. course is open to those who already possess a B.Th. degree or its equivalent. Any student holding an equivalent certificate should pass a qualifying examination conducted by the Institute. This course comprises of specialised studies and research work in Theology and allied sciences. Its duration is of four semesters (2 years) at the end of which there will be a comprehensive exam leading to M.Th. degree.
7. Doctor of Theology (S.T.D.)
Those who hold a Master’s degree in Theology (M.Th.) are eligible for the doctorate in theology (Biblical Theology, Missiology and Spiritual Theology). Besides, candidates to this course should have aptitude for research. This course consists of at least four semesters (2 years) of research. During this period, students are expected to attend specific courses and seminars and to carry out research on a particular topic, under the guidance of a Director approved by the Institute.
1. Diploma in Spiritual Theology (Dip. Sp.)
SYLLABUS
Subject Professor Hour
1. Group Dynamics George Kannanthanam 15
2. Time Management Jino Plathottathil 15
3. Spiritual Direction Jose Kumblolickal 15
5. Meditation Antony Mookenthottam 15
6. Computer Science Tom Kanat 15
7. Introduction to Spirituality Benny Koottanal 15
8 Introduction to the Bible Vinoy Valachathinakath 15
11 Scientific Methodology Virginia Rajakumari 15
12. Psalms Thomas Vallianippuram 15
13. Spirituality of Synoptic
Gospels Jose Pulickal 30
14. Johannine Spirituality Dr. Namita 30
15. Acts of the Apostles Virginia Rajakumari 30
16. Corpus Paulinum Jose Maniparambil 30
17. Mariology Philip Valakodiyil 30
19. Christology Jacob Parappally 30
20. Pneumatology Poulose Mangai 15
21. Sacraments in General Philip Valakodiyil 30
22. Eucharist Benny Koottanal 30
23. Liturgy Paul Puthanangady 15
24. Church History Sr. Marykutty Joseph 30
25. Prayer & Mysticism Augustine Kolencherry 30
26. Formation Augustine Kolencherry 15
27. Benedictine Spirituality Soji Kuttikatt 15
28. Salesian Spirituality &
Comparative Mysticism John Sankarathil 30
29. Teresian Spirituality Jose Kumblolickal 15
30. Franciscan Spirituality V.J. Menezes 15
31. Ignatian Spirituality Paulose Mangai 15
32. Dominican Spirituality MariammaPaul
Ollukaran 15
33. Youth Spirituality Jude Anand 30
34. Canon Law for Religious A. Rayappan 15
35. Human Rights
and Social Justice Shibu Thundathil 30
36. Basic Skills in Counselling Abraham Vettuvelil 30
37. Spirituality and Morality Udayakumar 15
38. Feminist Spirituality Pauline Chakkalackal l 15
39. Missiology Mathew Kalathungal 15
40. Gandhian Spirituality A. Pushparajan 30
41. Spirituality of Vat. II Jose Kumblolickal 15
42. Indian Spirituality Antony Mookenthottam 15
43. Indian Christian Spirituality Antony Mookenthottam 15
44. Eco-Spirituality Henry Jose Kodikuthiyil 15
45. Consecrated life in the
Third Millennium David Delaney 30
46. Charism Philip Valakodiyil 15
47. Spirituality of Pentateuch Xavier Terrence 15
Dissertation Paper
Ashram Experience
Social Apostolate Exposure
Inter-Religious Dialogue
Inter-Denominational Prayer Seminar
