The Diploma in Theology provides structured Orthodox theological education beyond introductory studies.

It is designed for students seeking deeper theological knowledge, ministry preparation, and readiness for advanced academic programs.

The program emphasizes:

• Holy Scripture
• Orthodox dogmatic theology
• Patristic tradition
• Church history
• Liturgical theology
• Spiritual and pastoral formation

📘 Program Structure

The Diploma Program follows a two-year structured curriculum (four semesters).

Courses are delivered through the College’s Academic Departments and are completed in a prescribed academic sequence.

🔗 Required Courses

(linked directly to department course shells)

📚 Course Access

All courses listed above are linked directly to their respective department course shells.

Instruction, assignments, discussions, assessment, and grading occur exclusively within departmental courses.

Program overview pages provide academic guidance and navigation only.

👥 Enrollment

Students are enrolled through semester-based Moodle cohorts.

Cohort enrollment automatically grants access to required courses for each semester.

⏱ Duration

• 2 academic years (4 semesters)
• Full-time or approved part-time study available

➕ Pathway Forward

Graduates of the Diploma in Theology program may apply for admission into:

• Associate of Theology (A.Th.)
• Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.)

Subject to Academic Council approval.

🏛 Academic Oversight

Saint Mary Theological College
Academic Council & Faculty Board