Student life & services

In the spotlight

Meet our alumnus, Marc-André Argentino, who is a PhD graduate co-supervised by Dr. André Gagné in Theological Studies.

Marc-André's research examines how extremist groups leverage technology to create propaganda and recruit members for ideological causes.

Theological Graduate Student Association (TGSA)

The Department of Theological Studies’ Graduate Student Association (TSGSA) organizes social and academic events to enhance the university experience of Graduate students in the Theological Studies Graduate program. Events organized by the TSGSA include guest lectures, book clubs, graduate roundtables, and pub nights.

To get involved in the TSGSA, please get in touch with the Graduate Student Representative, Zackari Bourgeois: zackaribourgeois@gmail.com

Download the MA student handbook [PDF]

Academic advising

Get academic advising from our program directors by requesting an appointment.

Graduate Program Director
Lucian Turcescu
lucian.turcescu@concordia.ca

Undergraduate Program Director
Christine Jamieson
christine.jamieson@concordia.ca

Assistant to Chair and Program Director
Scott Royle
theological.studies@concordia.ca

Student resource links

Style guides

Master's theses archives

Concordia University theses archives for MA Theological Studies

Funding for students

Grading and percentage equivalencies

Services for students

Theology resources online

Bibliothèque des Sulpiciens

A vast array of theological texts housed just a few minutes away from campus; lots of latin, greek, and periodicals.

Christian Classics Ethereal Library

A digital library of hundreds of classic Christian books selected for edification and education. CCEL texts are stored in their own Theological Markup Language (an XML application) and are converted automatically into other formats such as HTML or PDF.

Early Christian Writings

A valuable collection of primary sources on the New Testament, Apocrypha, Gnostic texts and Church Fathers.

Internet Medieval Sourcebook

A wealth of information on Medieval times hosted by the Fordham University Center for Medieval Studies.

Online Medieval & Classical Library

A collection of some of the most important literary works of Classical and Medieval civilization.

Perseus Digital Library

An extensive Web collection of Greek and Latin works.

Learned societies of Theology

American Academy of Religion (AAR)

The AAR was founded in 1909 and its mission is to promote reflection through excellence in scholarship and teaching in the field of religion.

Association catholique des études bibliques au Canada (ACÉBAC)

A French Canadian learned society founded in 1943 which promotes the scientific study of the Bible and gathers specialists in the fields of Old Testament and New Testament Studies as well as Intertestamental and Early Christian Literature.

Association pour l'étude de la littérature apocryphe chrétienne (AÉLAC)

A French European learned society founded in 1981 which encourages research on non-canonical texts and gathers world class specialists in the fields of Early Christian Literature, Patristics and Gnosticism.

Canadian Society of Biblical Studies (CSBS)

The CSBS provides a meeting place for those interested in all aspects of the academic study of the Bible—Hebrew Bible, Septuagint, New Testament—in its literary and historical context.

Canadian Society of Medievalists (CSM)

The CSM is the voice of Canadian medievalists devoted to the study of the Middle Ages.

Canadian Society of Patristic Studies (CSPS)

A non-profit organization with the sole goal of encouraging and contributing to the study in Canada of everything to do with the era of the "church fathers" (generally the period between 100 and 750 C.E.).

Canadian Theological Society (CTS)

The CTS was founded in 1955 to promote theological reflection and writing in a Canadian context. Members of the Society attempt to serve three distinct, yet interrelated, institutions – the university, the seminary, and the church.

European Association of Biblical Studies (EABS)

EABS is open to all scholars and students of the Bible. It organizes research groups, supports a graduate network and holds an annual conference, usually in early August, at different locations in Europe.

International Association of Patristic Studies (IAPS)

Founded in 1965, the International Association of Patristic Studies wishes to promote the study of Christian antiquity, especially the Fathers of the Church.

Medieval Academy of America

Founded in 1925, the Medieval Academy of America supports research, publication, and teaching in medieval art, archeology, history, law, literature, music, philosophy, religion, science, social and economic institutions, and all other aspects of the Middle Ages.

Réseau de recherche en Narratologie et Bible

Founded in 2000, the RRENAB engages in the promotion of the study of the Bible and Ancient Christian texts from a narrative perspective.

Société canadienne de théologie (SCT)

Founded in 1963, the SCT encourages the development of theological studies in Quebec and in French Canada.

Société québécoise pour l'étude de la religion (SQÉR)

Society of Biblical Literature (SBL)

Founded in 1880, the SBL is the oldest and largest international scholarly organization in the field of biblical studies.