Ecotheology Minor
Program Description
A minor in Ecotheology allows you to explore a scientifically and theologically informed understanding of creation care. As an interdisciplinary program, the Ecotheology minor draws from a variety of subject areas to establish a multifaceted context.
Entering and Completing the Minor
In order to earn a degree, you must complete at least one academic major. Minors are not required except for students in the Professional Studies (BA). SPU encourages students to explore various academic paths, including minors, so if you change your mind about a minor or want to include an additional minor, you are able to do so as outlined below.
Note that the University encourages you to enter your chosen minor(s) as soon as you have determined it and are eligible to join it, especially by the start of your junior year. Students who transfer as juniors and seniors should enter a minor within their first two quarters at SPU.
- If this is your first quarter at SPU, request entrance to your minor in Banner by following these instructions.
- If you are an SPU student with an SPU cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better, follow these instructions to enter a minor in this department.
- The University requires a grade of C- or better in all classes that apply to a minor; however, programs may require higher minimum grades in specific courses. You may repeat an SPU course only once for a higher grade.
- To advance in this program, meet with your faculty advisor regularly to discuss your grades, course progression, and other indicators of satisfactory academic progress. If your grades or other factors indicate that you may not be able to successfully complete the minor, your faculty advisor can work with you to explore options, which may include choosing a different minor.
- You must complete the minor requirements that are in effect in the SPU Undergraduate Catalog for the year you enter the minor.
Ecotheology Minor
30 Credits Minimum, Including 15 Upper Division (UD)
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Theology Core Requirement | ||
Select one of the following: | 5 | |
Christian Scripture | ||
Christian Scripture for Transfer Students | ||
UFDN 3100 | Christian Theology | 5 |
Section Credits Required | 10 | |
Ecotheology Core Requirement | ||
THEO 3540 | Creation Care | 5 |
Section Credits Required | 5 | |
Ecology Core Requirement | ||
Select one of the following: 1 | 5 | |
Environmental Science | ||
Ecological Fundamentals | ||
General Biology | ||
Theological Ecology | ||
Section Credits Required | 5 | |
Science Electives | ||
Select one of the following: 2 | 5 | |
Marine Restoration Ecology | ||
Coral Reef Ecology | ||
Coral Reef Ecology | ||
Evolutionary Ecology in the Galapagos Islands | ||
Oceanography of the Galapagos Archipelago | ||
Marine Restoration Ecology | ||
Ecology | ||
Marine Ecology | ||
Aquatic Ecology | ||
Forest Ecology | ||
Conservation Biology | ||
Chemical Ecology | ||
Internship in Biology | ||
Environmental Chemistry and Sustainability | ||
Global Climate Change: Scientific, Social and Moral Implications | ||
Section Credits Required | 5 | |
Additional Electives 3 | ||
Select one of the following: | 5 | |
Environmental Economics | ||
Sustainable Food Production | ||
Ethics and the Good Life | ||
Social Ethics | ||
Science, Technology and Society | ||
Introduction to Justice, Equity, and Cultural Studies | ||
Social Inequality: Power and Privilege | ||
Biblical and Theological Introduction to Christian Reconciliation | ||
Christian Ethics | ||
Theology, Culture, and Society | ||
Section Credits Required | 5 | |
Total Credits | 30 |