Interdisciplinary and General Course Descriptions
Courses below are listed in multiple departments (noted with prefix “—”) or are interdisciplinary in orientation (noted with prefix “ID”).
Undergraduate Level
ID 4010 (401) Introduction to German
An introduction to German vocabulary, grammar, and the reading of German texts. Not for graduate credit. May not be audited unless already taken for credit at Trinity. Offered summer. Two hours.
ID 4011 (406) Theological German I
An introduction to German theological vocabulary, review of grammar, and readings from selected theological literature in German. Not for graduate credit. May not be audited unless already taken for credit at Trinity. Prerequisite: ID 4010, at least one year of college/university German, or consent of instructor. Offered summer. Two hours.
ID 4012 (407) Theological German II
Further study of German theological vocabulary, grammar, and readings from selected theological literature in German. Not for graduate credit. May not be audited unless already taken for credit at Trinity. Prerequisite: ID 4011. Offered summer. Two hours.
ID 4021 (411) Theological French I
An introduction to French vocabulary, grammar, and the reading of French theological texts. Not for graduate credit. May not be audited unless already taken for credit at Trinity. No prerequisite. Offered fall. Three hours.
ID 4022 (412) Theological French II
Further study of French theological vocabulary, grammar, and readings from selected theological literature in French. Not for graduate credit. May not be audited unless already taken for credit at Trinity. Prerequisite: ID 4021. Offered spring. Three hours.
Master’s Level: Multiple Departments
Register with the prefix of the department in which you are taking the course.
— 7485 (790) MA Thesis
MA thesis writers register for — 7485 in the department of their concentration. Prerequisite: Approved thesis proposal and other department-specific prerequisites. Counts as full-time academic status. Letter grade or Credit/No Credit as arranged with the department. Zero to three hours.
— 7486 MA Thesis Extension
A total of three semesters extension for — 7485 may be granted when progress is being made on the thesis. Extension fee when not enrolled in other courses. Counts as full-time academic status for the first semester, quarter time thereafter. No Credit. Zero hours.
— 7501 (700) Master’s Guided Research
Independent research on an approved selected topic under a faculty member in the department bearing the course prefix. May be repeated for credit as the subject matter changes. Available in all departments. Letter grade or Credit/No Credit as arranged with faculty member. One to four hours.
— 7975 MA Major Comprehensive Exam Preparation
An optional registration status for students preparing for their Major Comprehensive Exam and who are not taking other courses during the semester of preparation. This registration ensures continuity in your TEDS program and defers continuation fees. Available for only one semester. Counts as quarter-time academic status. Zero hours.
— 8980 (789) ThM Major Research Paper
ThM participants completing the two major research paper option must register for — 8980 in their department simultaneously with registration for the course in which they are writing a ThM major research paper. Specific paper requirements should be obtained from the department. Credit/No Credit. Zero hours.
— 8985 (790) ThM Thesis
ThM thesis writers register for — 8985 in the department of their concentration. Prerequisite: Approved thesis proposal and other department-specific prerequisites. Counts as full-time academic status. Letter grade or Credit/No Credit as arranged with the department. Zero to three hours.
— 8986 ThM Thesis Extension
A total of three semesters extension for — 8986 may be granted when progress is being made on the thesis. Extension fee when not enrolled in other courses. Counts as full-time academic status for the first semester, quarter time thereafter. No Credit. Zero hours.
Master’s Level: Interdisciplinary
ID 5000 (500) Biblical Theology and Interpretation
A survey of biblical theology, including methodological issues of debate during the last two centuries. Emphasis on the Bible’s storyline, examining how the books and corpora of the Bible contribute to the unfolding history of redemption. Attention is given to themes of temple, sacrifice, priest, rest, kingship, exile, idolatry, promise, messiah, wisdom, and others. Finally, the relationship of biblical theology with other disciplines, especially exegesis and systematic theology, is considered. Required for all MA in CM, MA in CP, and MDiv students. Should be taken during first year of enrollment. Offered fall and spring. Three hours.
ID 5061 (511) Latin I
Latin I is the first of two sequential courses in the study of the fundamentals of Latin morphology, grammar, and syntax, as well as basic vocabulary. Skills in reading, understanding, and translating adapted and unadapted passages will be developed, with special emphasis on the Latin Church fathers and other Christian texts. No audits. Two hours.
ID 5062 (512) Latin II
Latin II is the second of two sequential courses in the study of the fundamentals of Latin morphology, grammar, and syntax, as well as basic vocabulary. Skills in reading, understanding, and translating adapted and unadapted passages will be developed, with special emphasis on the Latin Church fathers and other Christian texts. Prerequisite ID 5061. No audits. Two hours.
ID 5080 (101) Formation Group
Formation Group is an intentional weekly experience under the leadership of a faculty member. Formation Groups seek to grow together in biblical wisdom, in the grace of God, and in relationships and relational skills. MDiv students must register for two consecutive semesters prior to candidacy, generally the first two semesters of enrollment. Additional semesters by MDiv students and/or participation by non-MDiv students with or without registration are encouraged. Regular attendance necessary for credit. Credit/No Credit. Offered fall and spring. Zero hours.
ID 6000 (675) Current Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies
Selected topics of general or interdisciplinary interest. One to three hours.
ID 6011 (601) The Church and Its Mission
The Northside Chicago Theological Institute is a consortium of five theological seminaries on the north side of Chicago that jointly sponsors a course each fall. The course is conducted in a one-evening and two-weekends retreat format on the campus of St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein. The fall topic is an ecumenical examination of the traditions of the Christian church in the context of mission. A minimal meal/lodging fee is charged. May be repeated as topic changes. Credit/No Credit. Offered fall. Two hours.
ID 6012 (602) Prayer and Life in the Spirit
The Northside Chicago Theological Institute is a consortium of five theological seminaries on the north side of Chicago that jointly sponsors a course each spring. The course is conducted in a two-evening and two-weekend retreat format on the campus of St Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein. The spring topic varies in its examination of Christian life and practice. A minimal meal/lodging fee is charged. May be repeated as topic changes. Credit/No Credit. Offered spring. Two hours.
ID 7465 (792) MA in Ministry Capstone Experience
A ministry-based experience for MA in Ministry students that integrates the biblical/theological/historical with the ministry practice and context components of the program and provides the capacity for further specialized service in the church. The experience may be a practicum or project and will reflect 168 hours of experiential learning accompanied by a 7,500-10,000-word critical analysis paper (for 3 hours credit) demonstrating integration of program components with the area of ministry specialization. Counts as half-time academic status. Letter grade only. Three to six hours.
ID 7466 MA in Ministry Capstone Experience Extension
A one-semester extension for ID 7465. Enrollment with consent of the faculty member of record. Extension fee when not enrolled in other courses. Counts as quarter-time academic status. No Credit. Zero hours.
ID 7468 MA (Christian Studies) Capstone
A program capstone for MA (Christian Studies) students that purposes to integrate the general theological education received by the program participant. The capstone may be an integrative paper or a project as defined in the Academic Handbook and will reflect approximately eighty-four clock hours of work. Counts as half-time academic status. Letter grade only. Two hours.
ID 7469 MA (Christian Studies) Capstone Extension
A one-semester extension for ID 7468. Enrollment with consent of the faculty member of record. Extension fee when not enrolled in other courses. No Credit. Zero hours.
ID 7478 MA Project
A department-specific summative program project, as arranged with the department of concentration. Not available in all programs. Zero to three hours.
ID 7480 (789) MA Integrative or Major Paper
Participants in MA programs requiring an integrative or major paper register for this course. Specific paper requirements should be obtained from the department. Counts as half-time academic status. Letter grade or Credit/No Credit as required by the program. Zero to two hours, as required by the program.
ID 7481 MA Integrative or Major Paper Extension
A one-semester extension for ID 7480. Enrollment with consent of the faculty member of record. Extension fee when not enrolled in other courses. Counts as quarter-time academic status. No Credit. Zero hours.
ID 7483 (791) MDiv Thesis
A research-based thesis for MDiv students in the Research Ministry Focus, relevant to biblically and theologically informed ministry. Participants should follow the regular thesis schedule, and registration should occur at the end of program course work. Counts as full-time academic status. Letter grade or Credit/No Credit as arranged with the faculty member. Two hours.
ID 7484 MDiv Thesis Extension
A total of three semesters extension for ID 7483 may be granted when progress is being made on the thesis and with the consent of the Program Director. Extension fee when not enrolled in other courses. Counts as full-time academic status for the first semester, quarter-time thereafter. No Credit. Zero hours.
ID 7750 (701) Study Tour
Study tour sponsored by the university involving travel to a site of biblical or historic Christian interest, or a ministry-based study tour. One to three hours.
ID 7900 (710) Theological Research Methods
The techniques for gaining bibliographical control over the literature of theological subjects, as well as attention to the planning, preparation, and writing of theses are covered in this class. Credit/No Credit. Offered fall and spring. Two hours.
Doctoral Level
Register with the prefix of the department in which you are taking the course.
— 9001 (900) Guided Research (Doctoral)
Selected topics usually extended from foundational studies in seminars or courses. Available in all PhD programs. May be repeated in PhD/EDS and PhD/ICS programs, but may not be repeated in PhD/THS program. Letter grade or Credit/No Credit. One to four hours.
— 9011 (901-904) Private Study
In special circumstances, a student may register for one or more semesters of Private Study in order to meet the requirements for candidacy. Only for PhD/THS students in CH, NT, OT, ST departments. May be repeated four times. No Credit. Zero hours.
— 9975 (985) Comprehensive Examination Preparation
An independent study facilitating student preparation for the comprehensive examination. PhD/EDS and PhD/ICS program participants may repeat the course twice for a total of three hours. PhD/THS program participants may repeat it once. Only PhD/THS program participants with EDS or ICS minor may take it for zero credit hours. Credit/No Credit. Zero to three hours.
— 9990 (990) Dissertation Proposal Preparation
An independent study facilitating student preparation for the dissertation proposal. Only PhD/EDS and PhD/ICS program participants may repeat this course twice for a total of 3 hours. PhD/THS program participants must take it for 3 credit hours in one semester. Only PhD/THS program participants with EDS or ICS minor may take it for zero credit hours. Credit/No Credit. Zero to three hours.
— 9991 (991-996) Dissertation Research
Courses taken for dissertation writing that embodies the results of original research and makes a genuine contribution to knowledge in the field of concentration. PhD students may register for two to six semesters totaling 6 hours. Counts as full-time student status when enrolled for 3 hours or when registrant affirms that a minimum of thirty-five hours per week are invested on the dissertation and the requisite form has been completed at the time of registration in the Academic Doctoral Office. Counts as half-time student status when enrolled for 2 hours or when registrant affirms that a minimum of fifteen hours per week are invested on the dissertation and the requisite form has been completed at the time of registration in the Academic Doctoral Office. Credit/No Credit. One to four hours each.
— 9992 (997) Dissertation Extension
One or more dissertation extension courses for the writing of the dissertation. Extension fee when not enrolled in other courses for credit. Less than half-time student status. No Credit. Zero hours.