A very special study trip took place at the end of March (21.03.-29.03.2026) to Rome - the Eternal City - where our students dove into the cradle of the Christian World, in order to tie their academic knowledge into historical and architectural sites.
A group of 10 BMTS students, 2 alumni, and dean Mark Nelson as supervisor with guests went on a 9-day practicum trip to Rome.
The aim of the field practicum was to offer students opportunities for structured observations and making theological interpretations right in the centre of history.
The group was hosted by the Italian Evangelical Bible Institute (IBEI). Each day began with a joint breakfast and prayer time with the local students and faculty, followed by lectures and guided tours in and around the city.
Focus: Understanding through Experience
Differently from the usual auditory learning, the Rome field practicum was directed towards:
- Physical spaces and architecture: how the environment and buildings tell the story of our faith;
- Liturgy and memory: how institutional memory has been retained in the modern religious environment;
- Analysis and observation: how cultural transformations have affected the church throughout history.
The trip will be followed by academic analysis. In order to receive a passing grade for the practicum, students must present written reflections showing their understanding of the meaningfulness of the places they visited and their connection to Christianity.
The Rome field practicum affirmed that the study of Theology is a journey that takes us deeper to our roots, in order to better understand the modern world.
Make sure you keep an eye on our social media and homepage to read students' impressions of the trip and see photos of the sights of Rome!