AQF 09CRICOS N/AMaster of Philosophical Studies Duration2 years full-time,Up to 6 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 1 College/SchoolThe Master of Philosophical Studies enables students to apply an advanced body of knowledge in philosophy in relation to broader theological studies. Students broaden their knowledge and skills and deepen their engagement with select areas of study to prepare them for professional practice and further learning.Course profile
AQF 09CRICOS 077752AMaster of Philosophy Duration1.5 years full-time,Up to 4 years part-time ModesSupervised Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 12 Colleges and SchoolsThe Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a graduate research degree that enables candidates to further develop skills in carrying out independent and sustained research. Designed for applicants with a strong academic background, candidates are guided by a supervisory team to develop independent research that contributes to a field of knowledge in divinity or one or more of its associated disciplines. Candidates apply, critique, analyse or interpret knowledge through the development of research presented in the form of a thesis (or equivalent) of 40,000 words. A Master of Philosophy is a pathway to admission to a Doctor of Philosophy.Course profile
AQF 09CRICOS 096385FMaster of Spiritual Direction Duration2 years full-time,Up to 6 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 2 Colleges and SchoolsThe Master of Spiritual Direction enables students to acquire advanced knowledge of the theological and scriptural foundations of approaches to spiritual direction in the Christian tradition, and to apply this knowledge in professional practice.Course profile
AQF 09CRICOS N/AMaster of Spirituality Duration2 years full-time,Up to 6 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 4 Colleges and SchoolsThe Master of Spirituality enables students to acquire advanced understanding of the theological and spiritual foundations of spirituality, spiritual practice and spiritual growth, and to apply this knowledge of spiritual principles to individual and community life in the Christian tradition.Course profile
AQF 09CRICOS 096386EMaster of Theological Studies Duration2 years full-time,Up to 6 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 12 Colleges and SchoolsThe Master of Theological Studies enables students to apply an advanced body of knowledge in theology and its associated disciplines. Students broaden their knowledge and skills and deepen their engagement with select areas of study to prepare them for professional practice and further learning.Course profile
AQF 09CRICOS 096387DMaster of Theology Duration2 years full-time,Up to 5 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 10 Colleges and SchoolsThe Master of Theology enables students with an undergraduate degree in theology or ministry to apply an advanced body of knowledge in theology and its associated disciplines. Students deepen their engagement with select areas of study to prepare them for professional practice and further learning.Course profile
AQF 10CRICOS N/ADoctor of Ministry Duration3 years full-time,Up to 8 years part-time Modes— Colleges & Schools—The Doctor of Ministry is a professional research degree for people involved in ministry. It assists religious leaders to develop their ministry practice and associated research skills at an advanced level. Participants engage with contemporary debates about ministry practice, reflect critically on areas of ministry specialisation and carry out original research in professional practice, the results of which are presented for external examination.Course profile
AQF 10CRICOS 037861EDoctor of Philosophy Duration3 years full-time,Up to 8 years part-time ModesSupervised Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 12 Colleges and SchoolsThe Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a graduate research degree that enables candidates to make an original contribution to knowledge and to develop as an independent researcher. Designed for applicants with a strong academic background, candidates are guided by a supervisory team to research, investigate and develop new knowledge. Candidates submit a thesis (or equivalent) of 80,000-100,000 words. PhD graduates demonstrate a systematic and critical understanding in a complex field of learning and are equipped with specialised research skills for the advancement of learning or professional practice.Course profile
AQF 10CRICOS N/ADoctor of Professional Practice Duration3 years full-time,Up to 8 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online, Supervised Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 1 College/SchoolThe Doctor of Professional Practice is designed for experienced practitioners to develop advanced knowledge and skills relevant to their professional context. It equips mature professionals to develop their research competency and their critically reflective practice, and to further develop their theoretical knowledge.Students undertake advanced coursework and independent supervised research, integrating critical thinking, spiritual awareness, and theological engagement with a body of knowledge and lived experience through enquiry-based research to address complex problems and initiate positive and sustainable change in their professional context. By engaging with theory and practice, candidates contribute in significant ways to the application of knowledge and/or practice within diverse professional contexts.Students then complete a research project of not more than 65,000 words and submit at least one article or equivalent to a peer-reviewed publication.Graduates of the program are strategically innovative and collaborative practitioners who integrate understandings of self, profession, systems, and context.Course profile
