Course Structure

The course consists of 120 credit points, comprising:

• one 20 credit points core research methods subject (Core);
• one 40 credit point research project (20,000 words) in area of discipline (Core);
• two 20 credit point subjects to be taken from the area of specialisation (Major);
• 20 credit points to be taken from a discipline outside the specialisation (Elective Subjects).

To qualify for award of the degree of Master of Theology a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 120 credit points.

For more information see the Student Handbook.

Subjects

Core / 2 Subjects (60 credit points)

• RES601 Research Methods
• RES602 Research Project

Major Options / 2 Subjects (40 credit points)

Biblical Studies:

• BIB601 Methods in Biblical Studies
• BIB602 Seminar Presentation of Research in Biblical Studies

Christian History

• HIS601 Theory and Practice in Christian History
• One of the following: HIS602 Producing Christian History or HIS603 Pentecostalism in Australasia

Ministry

• MIN601 Theory and Practice in Ministry
• MIN602 Seminar Presentation of Ministry Research

Theology

• THE601 Theologians: Method and Meaning
• THE602 Seminar Presentation of Theological Research

Electives(s) / 1-2 Subjects (20 credit points)

An elective may be any subject that is 500 level or above. Electives are often used to develop skills needed for the final research thesis (e.g., language) or to explore areas related to the final thesis. Electives may also be a 20cp subject within a major other than the chosen major. Electives should be discussed with the MTh Program director.

• Option A:  2x 500 level subject – 10 credit points
• Option B:  1x 600 level subject (from specialisations above) – 20 credit points

More Information

For more details on which subjects you can choose, see the current enrolment guide for this course.
You can also use the Subject & Unit Search to explore the subjects (including electives) available to enrol in for this course and can filter by subject area and level.

Admissions

Academic

Applicants with Recent Secondary Education (within the past 2 years)

This course of study requires the completion of a higher education qualification by an authorised institution. Applicants with recent high school education only are not eligible for direct entry into this course.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study

This course of study requires the completion of a higher education qualification by an authorised institution. Applicants with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification only are not eligible for direct entry into this course.

Applicants with Higher Education Study

Applicants whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education qualification must demonstrate the completion of an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree (or higher) in the field of Ministry or Theology by an authorised institution with a credit average or higher for admission into this course.

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

Applicants who have not completed formal higher education study are not eligible for direct entry into this course.

Other Requirements

Applicants may be required to attend a pre-admission interview with the Director of Postgraduate Studies to discuss specialisation and determine suitability for the course, including the capacity of the applicant to undertake a 40-credit point research project.

Language

Overseas students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency skills. Such students admitted into our programs must attain an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.0 (with no score below 6.5 in any of the four skills areas). IELTS (or equivalent) is not required for applicants who have undertaken five years of required higher education study (or equivalent) in English from an approved country or who have completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification awarded in English under the Australian Qualification Framework by an authorised institution or registered training organisation.

Fees & Timetable

A complete Fee Schedule for all Alphacrucis programs and courses can be found in our Fees Information section.

For a full list of course dates for new and continuing students, please see our Timetables.

FEE-HELP is available for eligible students to assist you in financing your studies. For more information and other options, please visit the Financing Your Study page. For students who cannot access government loans, an alternative option is Study Loans, a private student loan provider. To learn more about loans provided by Study Loans, click here.

Course Outcomes

Knowledge:

Graduates will demonstrate:

• advanced and integrated understanding of theological studies specific to their discipline;
• have an understanding of general research principles and methods, and advanced knowledge of specific research approaches used in the selected disciplinary field.

Skills:

Graduates will:

• critically evaluate new developments of research and scholarship in the selected disciplinary field;
• ability to lead advanced discussion and analysis of contemporaneous topics, issues and challenges impacting on Christian ministry and the Pentecostal community, and create solutions to these challenges. This includes the ability to apply knowledge and skills to new and diverse contexts;
• communicate effectively complex ideas and proposed solutions to peers and general audiences.

Application of Knowledge and Skills:

Graduates will:

• articulate new questions or issues and apply the knowledge and skills developed within the selected disciplinary field to develop appropriate solutions;
• design and implement a major research project