Catholic University of America Multiple locations
Washington, D. C. , Washington, D.C. , United States
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Overview
Students in the M.A. program in Church History from Catholic University of America are expected to think critically about the ways in which the Church has been studied over the centuries. To do this effectively, students are expected to acquire training in the original languages and to conduct their research in the primary texts. The program allows for students to complete coursework in related fields and disciplines.
Languages
- Students must demonstrate reading competence in French and German by the end of the second semester of coursework. Competence is demonstrated by receiving a grade of B or better in approved language courses.
- Competence in 1 additional language may be required depending upon the student’s area of concentration (e.g. Greek or Latin for early and Medieval church history). This is to be determined by passing an examination administered by the Department of Greek and Latin.
Comprehensive Examinations
Church History students are required to pass two written comprehensive examinations. One (four-hour) examination will be in the major area of concentration, and one (four-hour) examination will test the student's general knowledge of historiography from 100 AD to the present, including Early, Medieval, Renaissance, Early Modern, and American Church History. The examinations will be prepared under the direction of the student's advisor and the Church History academic area.
Programme Structure
Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, which include the following:
- TRS 722A Ancient and Medieval Church History.
- TRS 621C Church History from the High Middle Ages to the Present.
- TRS 724 The Writing of Church History.
- Two (2) seminar courses in which research papers are required and for which at least a grade of B is received. At least one of these seminars must be in the Church History academic area.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
30 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
History Language Studies Religious Studies & Theology View 999 other Masters in Language Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Every International applicant needs to return a completed application.
- Submit a $60 nonrefundable application fee. Payment must be in the form of a check or money order payable in U.S. currency to The Catholic University of America.
- Demonstrate English language proficiency
- Submit confirmation of financial support
- Submit secondary school report with translated transcripts
- Receive your admission packet with visa information
- Secondary School Report
- Official/Attested Copy of Transcripts
- Students should have earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and completed coursework in religious studies, theology, and history.
- Additional preparation in these areas may be undertaken during the course of study.
Tuition Fee
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International
52190 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26095 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
52190 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26095 USD per semester during 12 months.
Living costs for Washington, D. C.
1705 - 2975 USD /month
Living costs
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