Master of Theology - MTheol
The Master of Theology is open to theology graduates whose studies include a 12,000-word essay of distinction standard demonstrating research competence in a theological discipline.Entry Requirements
| Bachelor of Theology with Honours (High Distinction or Distinction); | |
| or | Bachelor of Theology, and a Graduate Diploma in Theology, including a 12,000-word research essay of distinction standard; |
| or | Specialised Graduate Diploma in a theological discipline, including a 12,000-word research essay of distinction standard; |
| or | Master of Arts (Theology), including a 12,000-word research essay of distinction standard; |
| or | Master of Arts (Specialised) in a theological discipline, including a 12,000-word research essay of distinction standard; |
| or | two undergraduate degrees (one of which is in theology), and a 12,000-word research essay of distinction standard; |
| or | equivalent qualifications (e.g., publications). |
Structure
- one approved research methodologies unit
- minor thesis of 25,000 words maximum, building on two semester units at level 4;
or major thesis of 40,000 words maximum
Normal Duration
| full-time: | 1 – 1½ years | (with one 6-month extension available) |
| part-time: | 1 – 3 years | (with one 12-month extension available) |
Upgrade
after satisfactory progress, a student may apply for candidature to be upgraded to Doctor of Theology
Articulation
any MCD University of Divinity doctoral degree
Enquiries
Associate Dean (Postgraduate and Research)
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Postgraduate Research Studies flyer (pdf) |