Catholic Studies Certificate

The Catholic Studies Certificate at St. Thomas More College, a federated college of the University of Saskatchewan, offers an interdisciplinary approach to the academic study of Catholicism, spanning its history from ancient Christianity through to the modern era. Coursework draws on history, artistic and cultural expression, philosophical and theological thought, and discussion of Catholicism's contemporary role in society. The certificate is designed to complement any degree program: students can complete it before, during, or after their primary degree, and the courses that count toward it often also satisfy elective requirements within a student's main program of study, so the credential can be pursued without significant additional course load. Because it is structured as a standalone certificate rather than a full degree, it suits students who want focused, credentialed exposure to Catholic intellectual and cultural history without committing to a full major or minor in the subject. It is open to any student working toward a degree who wants to add this specific credential to their academic record, whether their primary interest lies in religious studies, history, philosophy, the arts, or another discipline entirely.