Arts & Sciences Programs
Seeking Truth Through the Liberal Arts
At Aquinas College, the liberal arts are more than a collection of academic disciplines. They are a path to wisdom. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and inspired by the example of St. Thomas Aquinas, our Arts & Sciences programs invite students to explore the enduring questions of human life and to discover the unity of truth through the integration of faith and reason.
Through the study of literature, history, philosophy, theology, and the broader liberal arts, students develop the habits of thought, communication, and reflection necessary for lives of leadership, service, and faithful witness in the Church and the world.
Why Study the Liberal Arts?
The liberal arts prepare students not simply for a career, but for a lifetime of learning, service, and leadership. Students learn to:
- Think critically and communicate clearly.
- Engage complex questions with wisdom and charity.
- Understand the human person in light of faith and reason.
- Recognize the unity of truth across disciplines.
- Serve their communities with integrity and purpose.
These skills remain valuable regardless of profession and provide a strong foundation for graduate study, education, ministry, and a wide variety of careers.
The Bachelor of Arts Degree
The Bachelor of Arts degree at Aquinas College provides a comprehensive liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic understanding of truth, beauty, and goodness. Students complete a common core curriculum while pursuing focused study in a major and minor area, allowing them to develop both breadth of knowledge and depth of expertise.
The Bachelor of Arts degree has three components:
- the Bachelor of Arts core
- the Major area of study
- a Minor area of study
The Core Curriculum
At the heart of every Bachelor of Arts degree is a shared core curriculum designed to cultivate intellectual curiosity, moral reasoning, and an appreciation for the rich heritage of Western civilization and the Catholic intellectual tradition.
The core provides students with a strong foundation in the humanities, theology, philosophy, and history while preparing them for advanced study in their chosen disciplines.
Areas of Study
- Bachelor of Arts in English: Explore great literature and develop strong skills in writing, analysis, and communication.
- Bachelor of Arts in History: Study the people, events, and ideas that have shaped human civilization.
- Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts: Pursue an interdisciplinary course of study that integrates multiple fields of knowledge.
- Bachelor of Arts in Theology*: Deepen your understanding of Sacred Scripture, Catholic doctrine, and the life of faith.
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy*: Engage the foundational questions of truth, knowledge, morality, and human flourishing.
* Individual theology and philosophy courses are regularly offered, though complete degree programs in these disciplines are not currently available.
Minors
Minors are currently available in English, History, Theology, and Philosophy.
Formation for Mission
The Arts & Sciences programs at Aquinas College are designed to form thoughtful, faithful, and articulate graduates who are prepared to serve Christ and His Church. Wherever their futures may take them, our students are equipped to engage the world with wisdom, integrity, and a love for truth.
