MATP: Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology

The Word of God says in Proverbs 4, 5: "Acquire wisdom, acquire intelligence..." With this wisdom advice we identify the  Master of Arts in Sacred Scriptures (MASE) and the Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology (MATP) , since Both paths of study have the primary function of making us grow in the knowledge and love of God through intellectual and spiritual cultivation. This implies better living the call to holiness, the personal and community relationship with God and serving in the construction of the Kingdom of Heaven in the Church and in society.

The University of St Thomas is a pioneer as a Catholic university in offering these master's degrees 100% online and in Spanish. Students can do any of these postgraduate courses in person, to the extent possible, or online, as these options help each student to adapt according to their needs. All the professors of our master's degrees have a doctorate level: Ph.D or STD (Pontifical Doctorates). 

The time to finish the master's degree depends on the intensity and determination of each student. In general, these master's degrees have been pedagogically designed to be completed in a two-year cycle or 6 regular academic semesters, including summer semesters. The study plan for each master's degree consists of 12 courses or 36 units of academic credits.

The contemporary world needs committed and theologically trained laity who can live their ecclesial mission, willing to serve God in a multicultural and diverse society.