Introduction to St Thomas Aquinas & His Works
Summer Intensive Course – Bachelor’s Level
[6 UK Credits; 3 ECTS]
SEPTEMBER 2025
Concerning the study of sacred theology, the current (1983) Code of Canon Law states that “students are to learn to penetrate more intimately the mysteries of salvation, especially with St. Thomas as a teacher,” (Can. 252, §3). This course introduces the student to St Thomas Aquinas, Angelic Doctor, Common Doctor, Doctor of Doctors. We will learn about his various works and how they are structured. Students will acquire the necessary tools (e.g., a working knowledge of the philosophical concepts and vocabulary needed) to be able to read the writings of St Thomas. We will focus on his theological works and his Scripture commentaries. This introductory course will equip students to be able to learn directly from St Thomas as they continue their university studies.
Once you have registered and made your payment you will receive an email on the evening before each lecture/discussion session, with the link for the next day’s session. On the first day of a course, there will be an optional test meeting 15 minutes before the start of the session – for anyone who wishes to practice clicking the link and making sure they can see and hear without any problems. At the time of the session, to “enter the meeting room”, you simply click the link in your email, follow the directions, and you are in! There is no need for any advanced computer or technical skill. Real-time Interactive Participation Once you are in the “meeting room”, you can see and hear everything. To ask questions, or participate in the discussion, you simply un-mute your microphone (or you can opt to just listen). We prefer everyone’s web-cam to be turned on, so that we’re all visible to each other, but you can opt to turn off your web-cam if necessary. You can ask questions, contribute to the discussion, and participate just as you would if you were onsite – all from the comfort of your own home. Following each session, notes will be emailed to you. 24-hour email, and access to your tutor by phone or Zoom by appointment. In Case You Miss a Lecture on one of our long courses As with any discipline, a certain time commitment is necessary in order to learn effectively. Nevertheless, we understand that there will be times when you might be unable to attend a lecture. When this happens, you can contact your course lecturer as soon as possible so that arrangements can be made for you to learn the material covered in the lecture you missed. You will be provided with the resources necessary, so that you do not have major gaps in your learning.