Overview

The Christian Studies course from University of Saint Joseph prepares students for ordained ministry, work in pastoral ministry or chaplaincies, teaching at schools, as well as the pursuit of further studies in Philosophy, Theology, and Comparative Religion. Students who need the first canonical degree in Theology (five years) granted by the Faculty of Theology, Catholic University of Portugal, are required to enrol in the Foundation Year in Philosophy before joining the Bachelor of Christian Studies programme.

Career Opportunities

Ordained ministry

Religious education

Chaplaincy

Charity and Social Services

Community Development and Leadership

Programme Structure

Courses include

English

Classical Greek

Phenomenology of God

Psychology of Religion

History of Modern Philosophy

Ontology

History of Contemporary Philosophy

Aesthetic Theology

Christian Attitudes Towards War, Peace and Revolution

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-18 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

150 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Macao, Macao (SAR)

Disciplines

Christian Studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of Secondary School (Form 6/Year 12), or its equivalent. Applicants aged 23 or above are exempted from this requirement

Typical Applicants

Have interest in studying languages and an openness to intercultural experiences

Have interest in religion, spirituality, the meaning of life, and the quest for God

Applicants who are Catholics or Christians are asked to provide a letter of recommendation from a priest, pastor, or professed religious (religious brother/sister, monk/nun). Applicants who are Catholic seminarians or lay people sponsored by a Catholic diocese must also provide a letter of recommendation from their local bishop. Members of a Catholic religious congregation (aspirants, novices, religious brothers/sisters, monks/nuns) must provide a letter of recommendation from their legitimate superior.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

14000 USD / year

≈ 14000 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8474 USD / year

≈ 8474 USD / year

Additional Details

National tuition: MOP 68,000/ year

Living costs

Macau

Macao (SAR)

7725 - 11167 MOP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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