Summary information
Postnominals
MTh
CRICOS code
096387D
Colleges where it can be studied
- Australian Lutheran College
- Catholic Theological College
- Eva Burrows College
- Pilgrim Theological College
- Stirling Theological College
- Whitley College
- Yarra Theological Union
Overseas students
Yes
AQF level
Level 9 – Masters Degree
Study load
- Part-time
- Full-time
Study mode
- Blended (combination of Online and Face-to-face)
- Face-to-face
Duration
The standard full-time duration of the Master of Theology (Coursework) is two years. The Master of Theology (Coursework) must be completed in not less than three semesters and not more than five years.
Cost of study
The Master of Theology (Coursework) requires completion of 10 standard postgraduate units. Fees for 2020 are $2,640 per standard unit or $15,840 for a full-time year (6 units).
Fees are subject to change from year to year. For more information about fees, please visit the Fees page.
Detailed information
What this course is about
The Master of Theology (Coursework) 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 learning outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Theology (Coursework):
- have advanced knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required in theology and its related disciplines
- have mastery of research principles and methods, including analytical and communication skills applicable to theology and its related disciplines
- have advanced skills of interpretation and critical reflection on a range of theological and related disciplines, with awareness of implications and applications to historical and contemporary issues and contexts, in order to generate and evaluate ideas for professional practice and further learning
- articulate and communicate knowledge and insights in theology and its related disciplines to specialist and non-specialist audiences
- apply relevant theological and hermeneutical skills through the execution of a substantial research-based project, capstone experience, theological synthesis or supervised ministry project.
Follow on study
Graduates who have completed a Minor Thesis to a specified standard may be eligible for admission to higher degrees by research.
Admission
Admission dates
- Admissions for first semester 2020 close on Friday 14 February 2020.
- Admissions for second semester 2020 close on Friday 17 July 2020.
Admission criteria
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Theology or the Bachelor of Ministry or the Master of Divinity, or an equivalent theological qualification (a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma does not satisfy the admission requirements for this award).
How to apply
Course structure
The Master of Theology (Coursework) consists of 240 points comprised of:
a) Up to 48 points of Foundational units in any discipline
b) A Capstone unit worth at least 24 points or the unit RQ9748M Minor Thesis
c) Further Elective, Praxis or Capstone units to make up a total of 240 points.
Academic dress
Academic gown
Black Masters gown
Headwear
Black trencher
Hood
Magenta with a white ribbon
Where to get further information
- For detailed information about this course, please consult Regulation 19 Master of Theology (Coursework), or talk to the course advisor at your chosen College.
- For further information about student support, please visit the Study page.
- Compare Universities using the Government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) website.