The Theology of the Early Church

Education facts

Code: RT2323

The patristic period is the most formative period of Christian theology. Studying it is to place oneself in a privileged position from which to understand the emergence of a whole tradition of thought, with its basic motives, problems, and solutions. This is the period in which the early church, with its Biblical legacy, takes root in the world of ancient Greece and Rome. Studying patristic theology, however, is more than a historical exercise, for contemporary theology is very often characterized by a retrieval of ancient sources, which is why a solid grounding in the theology of the early church remains indispensable for theological work at a higher level. This course focuses on the reading of patristic primary sources and provides a well-rounded understanding the theological situation of the early church.

Entry requirements

Degree of Bachelor or completed courses of at least 180 credits at first cycle level, of which at least 90 credits with progression in some main field of study where it is included a bachelor's thesis of at least 15 credits. Qualified are also those that have equivalent foreign education or that have equivalent prior knowledge according to earlier study regulation. Furthermore, knowledge corresponding to English A/English 5 is required.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• The Theology of the Early Church

  University of Gothenburg

  Ortsoberoende

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 29 March 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %