Master of Arts (Theology)

Course Type: 
Postgraduate coursework
Course Description: 

The MA (Theol) is a coursework degree that provides an enriching and enhancing education for students at an advanced academic level.

Entry Requirements: 

The MA (Theol) is open to candidates with a degree from an Australian university who have also completed a foundational theological qualification at graduate or postgraduate level, normally the MCD Graduate Diploma of Theology. Students holding an honours degree in theology may also apply to enter the Master of Arts (Theology) degree.

Course Pathways: 

Candidates who complete a 12,000 word Research Essay at Distinction standard or higher may enter one of the Masters by Research courses.

Graduate Outcomes: 

Building on knowledge and skills already gained in their undergraduate theology degree, a graduate who holds the MA (non-thesis) award of the MCD is able to:

  • provide appropriate evidence of the acquisition of a further specialisation within, or a deeper and broader comprehension of, the discipline of theology;
  • communicate key ideas and apply problem-solving techniques at an advanced level in the disciplines and professional areas of the studies undertaken; and.
  • demonstrate a high level of integration of the knowledge and skills acquired across the disciplines and professional areas of theological studies undertaken, such as would enable the graduate to be recognised by peers as a master in theological learning or professional discipline.
Course Volume: 

The Master of Arts (Theology) must be completed in not less than one year and not more than three years.

Modes of Study: 

Students may complete the award through face-to-face classes on campus, or wholly online through TheologyOnline@MCD. Students may complete the award by a mix of face-to-face and online units. The award may be taken part-time or full-time.

Course Structure: 

90 points of postgraduate coursework, usually undertaken as six 15-point units. (A 30-point research essay of 12,000 words may be included).

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