Vancouver School of Theology Library

Diplomas

Module A: Intro to Library Research

Module B: Library Research Strategies for Papers

MDiv

Module A: Intro to Library Research

Module B: Library Research Strategies for Papers

Module D: Web Resources for Ministry

Module E: Human Research 1: Intro

 

MA PPL

Module A: Intro to Library Research

Module B: Library Research Strategies for Paper

Module D: Web Resources for Ministry

Module E: Human Research 1: Intro  (excepting Spiritual Care students)

 

MATS

Module A: Intro to Library Research

Module B: Library Research Strategies for Papers

Module E: Human Research 1: Intro

Module F: Human Research II: Advanced (if necessary)

Module J: Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Research Methods

 

Additional Modules for those writing a thesis:

Module G: Library Research for a Thesis

Module H: Argumentation & Writing a Research Proposal

Module I: Writing a Thesis/Project: from Concepts to Footnotes

 

MA IIS

Module A: Intro to Library Research

Module B: Library Research Strategies for Paper

Module E: Human Research 1: Intro

Module F: Human Research II: Advanced (if necessary)

Module J: Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Research Methods

 

Additional Modules for those writing a thesis:

Module G: Library Research for a Thesis 

Module H: Argumentation & Writing a Research Proposal

Module I: Writing a Thesis/Project: from Concepts to Footnotes

 

ThM

Module A: Intro to Library Research

Module B: Library Research Strategies for Papers

Module E: Human Research 1: Intro

Module F: Human Research II: Advanced (if needed

Module G: Library Research for a Thesis

Module H: Argumentation & Writing a Research Proposal

Module I: Writing a Thesis/Project: from Concepts to Footnotes

Module J: Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Research Methods

2025-2025 session schedule will be posted here in the fall.

A student can petition for Research Module exemptions on the following ground.

1. Having advanced degrees
   • Completion of Master's level and above degree programs (Th.M., D.Min, Ph.D.) from previous institutions accredited by ATS.
   • Religion related advanced degree (Master's and PhD) from a non ATS accredited school whose academic standard is considered to meet or exceed ATS accreditation standard by the VST librarian.
   • Advanced degrees awarded in disciplines other than theology, religious and inter-religious studies do not qualify.
2. Completion of Undergraduate program in theology and religious studies with submission of a previous academic writing.
3. Taking a timed online challenge exam for Modules A, B and D.

We strongly recommend you take modules, especially A, B and C as early as possible to enhance your research skills. These Modules are mandatory for your graduation.