Christianity has been a hugely influential force in the development of Western civilisation, helping to shape the world in which we live today. It continues to have a very significant global presence.
Christian Thought and History explores the history, beliefs and values of Christianity – their origins, development and varying contexts.
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Bachelor of Arts (BA), Dunedin, 2025
Bachelor of Arts and Commerce (BACom), Dunedin, 2025
Bachelor of Arts and Science (BASc), Dunedin, 2025
Bachelor of Theology (BTheol), Dunedin, 2025
Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA(Hons)), Dunedin, 2025
Bachelor of Theology with Honours (BTheol(Hons)), Dunedin, 2025
Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad), Dunedin, 2025
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts Subjects (PGDipArts), Dunedin, 2025
Postgraduate Diploma in Theology (PGDipTheol), Dunedin, 2025
Graduates develop valuable skills in critical thinking, research and communication. They go on to develop careers in any number of roles: teaching, social work, journalism, librarianship, administration, aid and development agencies, government department work, and church leadership and ministry.
Christian Thought and History at Otago
Christian Thought and History can also be taken as an endorsement (specialisation) option for the Bachelor of Theology (BTheol).
For further information, please see the subject entry for Theology
Background required
All you need to study Christian thought and history is a sense of curiosity about the world and human experience. You do not need to have a faith of your own to find compelling the issues raised by Theology. Students of all or no religious persuasions are welcome.
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts Subjects (PGDipArts) in Christian Thought and History
The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts Subjects (PGDipArts) programme in Christian Thought and History is the same as the programme for the degree of Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA(Hons)).
Bachelor of Theology (BTheol) endorsed in Christian Thought and History
Papers
Every BTheol programme must include the following core papers:
A 400-level BIBS, PAST, MINS or RELS paper may be substituted for one 400-level CHTH paper.Note: Some variations may be possible. For further details consult the University of Otago Calendar or the Head of the Theology Programme.
Christian Thought and History as a minor subject for a BA, MusB, BPA, BSc, BCom, BEntr, BHealSc, BACom, BASc or BComSc degree
Available as a minor subject for a Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Music (MusB), Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA), Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (BEntr), Bachelor of Health Science (BHealSc), Bachelor of Arts and Commerce (BACom), Bachelor of Arts and Science (BASc) or Bachelor of Commerce and Science (BComSc) degree