Careers

Biblical and Theological Studies

Career Paths

 Graduates with a degree in Biblical and Theological Studies from Providence College continue to be accepted into graduate programs at the Masters and Doctoral level  at Universities in Canada and around the world. In addition to advanced studies, they are able to work directly with religious institutions, pursuing professional roles within the religious community; but they may choose to pursue other career options in business, education, research or social services. Students may enter careers in a variety of areas that call for the ability to communicate orally and through writing, capability to think critically and compassionately and the desire to serve their communities.

With a degree in Biblical and Theological Studies, students gain analytical skill and the ability to formulate and defend positions. Thus, they are ideal candidates for pursuing a career in business, administration or law. In addition, students gain perspective and cultural awareness which benefits them for careers in the field of business, research and the media. Biblical and Theological Studies students gain knowledge of faith, and human belief and tradition that teaches them to listen and understand with empathy, directly aiding them in careers in the Social Services Sector or careers in chaplaincy and the ministry. They also gain a sense of ethics that will not be compromised by immediate personal gain or prejudice, making them ideal to work in both these sectors. Graduates are also able to pursue careers in Education.