The Bible can be understood from a philosophical point of view, applying its simple principles to the fundamental questions of humankind” 

In this professional master’s degree in Divine Revelation, students will be introduced to the study of the Scriptures from a philosophical perspective in order to establish critical thinking that helps to interpret the words and passages described on each page of the "book of books". First, an analysis of the Holy Scriptures will be made, establishing the formal theological bases for reading of the holy text: canonicity, inspiration and inerrancy. This study would be impossible without an understanding of the historical, literary and theological context of patristics, which will be exemplified by means of relevant authors from different periods, distributed in: apostolic fathers, apologists, the beginnings of Theology, the Golden Age of Eastern and Western Patristics, and the final period.  

What is more, the study of the Gospel of St. John has initiated an entire debate in the community, since it not only expresses the same historical basis as the others, it also places special emphasis on the divine nature of Jesus Christ. Thus, addressing his words in this program will help students develop their ability to synthesize and structure his teachings disseminate them verbally and in writing.  

The Epistle to the Hebrews and the Catholic Epistles are another of the strong points of this program, as they have already become a reference point for understanding the difficulties experienced by Christian groups in reflecting on their own identity and expression. Knowledge of these texts will enable finding new philosophical sources to help clarify the conflict between self-identity and ecclesial community.  

All the content included in this professional master’s degree in Divine Revelation has been elaborated based on the methodological, epistemological and theological hermetic foundations. Student will be able to answer modern questions and concerns while, at the same time, being able to present conclusions about them. That is why the program represents an excellent opportunity for those who wish to have an active presence in academics, education or research.

This professional master’s degree will help you understand the figure of Jesus Christ through the Pauline and Johannine epistles” 

This professional master’s degree in Divine Revelation contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• Case studies presented by experts in Divine Revelation 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide epistemological and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Special focus on innovative methodologies in Religious Sciences research
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

It analyzes the contemporary struggle of religiosity against atheism and secularism among the youth” 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive specialization programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

This professional master’s degree will enable you to do your own research on the Holy Scriptures"

Learn about the main theological themes developed in prophetic literature: covenant, people and rest"

This program is designed to help students develop their maximum capacities in the study of the Holy Scriptures. To that end, students will understand the historical, literary and theological context in which they were generated, sparking critical thinking that will provide the answers to modern questions about faith and the figure of Jesus Christ. Likewise, it will represent an excellent opportunity to comment on the value of the Pentateuch and the historical books in reference to the Christian reading of their texts. 

You will be able to develop research projects that analyze the Holy Scriptures in depth thanks to this professional master’s degree"

General Objectives

• Provide the necessary context, ideas and perspectives that will enable students to understand the character of Theology
• Present the historical and epistemological configuration of Theology as a science
• Justify the recourse of Theology to its sources
• Demonstrate the basic skills to access the instruments to study Theology
• Present an overview of the various branches of study of Theology
• Frame fundamental theology as a specialized part of the discipline that seeks to understand the mystery of God in its totality
• Explain the formal theological principles involved in the theological reading of Sacred Scripture: canonicity, inspiration and inerrancy
• Explore the main historical and geographical elements that serve as an aid to the study of the Bible
• Propose hermeneutical principles to properly understand the Bible

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Introduction to Sacred Scriptures 

• Know the formal theological principles involved in the theological reading of Sacred Scripture: canonicity, inspiration and inerrancy 
• Analyze the main historical and geographical elements that aid in the study of the Bible in order to propose hermeneutical principles for proper understanding 
• Identify the places and events referred to in the Bible 

Module 2. History of Salvation  

• Recognize the fact of divine revelation 
• Describe the historical, cultural and religious framework in which the divine revelatory action took place 
• Show how Scripture presents the history of humanity in a linear sense and not as a cyclical process 

Module 3. Pentateuch and Historical Books 

• Discuss the approaches from historical criticism to the creation of the Pentateuch 
• Comment on the value of the Pentateuch and the historical books in relation to the Christian reading of their texts 
• Relate the content of the Pentateuch to the rest of the biblical message, to the most important schools of current and historical theological interpretation, and to scientific thought 
• Trace the development of salvation history through the whole period under consideration in order to understand God's action on His people at every moment 

Module 4. Psalms and Wisdom 

• Explain the theological content of the book of Psalms and wisdom literature 
• Indicate the historical, social and religious context of the Psalms and wisdom literature 
• Explain the value and meaning of the Psalms and wisdom literature for the life of the people of Israel and Christianity today 
• Value the importance of reading the Book of Psalms and wisdom literature for the process of personal and community growth in the contemporary practice of faith 
• Be aware of the importance of the Book of Psalms and Wisdom Literature in the evangelizing work of the church 

Module 5. Prophetic Books 

• Contextualize the theological thought of the Old Testament prophets in the general field of biblical revelation  
• Identify the fundamental characteristics of the history and structure of the works that constitute prophetic literature
• Know the main thematic units in prophetic literature and its main authors, associating them to the historical context in which each one arises 
• Work on the main theological themes developed in this type of works: covenant, people, rest, revelation in history, and retribution, among others  
• Identify the incidence of prophetic literature in current theological reflection 

Module 6. Synoptic Gospels and Acts of the Apostles 

• Recognize the literary genre of the Gospel in its first synoptic form  
• Understand the contexts that generated its production 
• Analyze the main theological themes that emerge from it   
• Analyze the text in the Acts of the Apostles 
• Discuss the different hypotheses that have been presented throughout history regarding the synoptic problem and the historical problems in the book of Acts 

Module 7. Christology and Soteriology 

• Organically present Catholic doctrine on the mystery of Christ, the Son of God incarnate and the salvation of humankind, based on Sacred Scripture, tradition and the ecclesiastical magisterium  
• Outline from the Catholic doctrine on the mystery of Christ, the Son of God incarnate and salvation of humankind, the elements necessary to establish an evangelizing dialogue with contemporary cultures 
• Know Christological dogmas, the historical context in which they were formulated and their meaning 
• Know the fundamental theological categories of Christology: person, nature, hypostasis, essence, filiation, impeccability, freedom, will, and soteriology, among others 
• Analyze and understand the biblical texts and the conciliar formulations of the main Christological dogmas 

Module 8. God Revealed in Christ 

• Understand the current context against which contemporary religiosity struggles: atheism and secularism    
• Organically present Christian understanding of the mystery of God revealed in Christ as One and Triune
• Explain the foundation of God revealed in Christ as One and Triune in Sacred Scripture, tradition and the ecclesiastical magisterium
• Explain the concept of mystery in order to understand the revelation of Christ 
• Critically analyze contemporary religiosity based on what has been learned 

Module 9. Johannine Corpus 

• Be knowledgeable of and familiar with St. John and his writings  
• Delineate the historical, literary and theological characteristics of Johannine literature   
• Explain the major themes and the theological and pastoral relevance of Johannine literature 
• Acquire the ability to read and understand the texts of St. John 
• Acquire the ability to synthesize and structure the contents of Johannine literature in order to disseminate them verbally and in writing 

Module 10. Pauline Corpus 

• Be knowledgeable of and familiar with Paul and his writings    
• Delineate the historical, literary and theological features in Pauline epistles 
• Explain the Dominant themes and the theological and pastoral relevance of Pauline epistles
• Acquire the ability to read and understand the Pauline epistles    
• Acquire the ability to synthesize and structure the contents of Pauline epistles in order to disseminate them verbally and in writing 

Module 11. Hebrews and Catholic Epistles 

• Gain knowledge and familiarity with the Epistle to the Hebrews and the Catholic epistles    
• Delineate the historical, literary and theological characteristics of the Epistle to the Hebrews and the Catholic epistles  
• Explain the main themes and the theological and pastoral relevance of the Epistle to the Hebrews and the Catholic epistles
• Acquire the ability to read and understand the Epistle to the Hebrews and the Catholic epistles
• Acquire the ability to synthesize and structure the contents of the Epistle to the Hebrews and the Catholic epistles for verbal and written dissemination

Module 12. Patrology 

• Explain the historical, literary and theological context of patristics   
• Exemplify through relevant authors of different periods the historical, literary and theological context of patristics  
• Know the basic periods in which the subject is divided: Apostolic Fathers, Apologists, Beginnings of Theology, Golden Age of Eastern and Western Patristics and the Final Period  
• Demonstrate the influence of patristics on theological development   
• Perceive the connection between Patrology and other theological disciplines such as: Church history, dogmatics, ecclesiology, sacraments and liturgy, Sacred Scripture, moral Theology, spiritual Theology, etc.       

Know the theological content of the book of Psalms and wisdom literature"