Course Structure

The course consists of 120 credit points, comprising:

• one research methods unit: 20 credit points (Core);
• two 20 credit point subjects, at 600 level, to be taken from the area of specialisation (Major);
• 20 credit points, at 500 level or above (Elective);
• one 40 credit point research project (20,000 words) in area of discipline (Core).

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

SPECIALISATION (2 SUBJECTS)

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

ELECTIVE(S) (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 – 10CP     
• Option B:  1x 600 level subject (from specialisations above) – 20CP

View the full list of subjects for this course.

For more details on which subjects you can choose, see the current enrolment guide for this course.

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 enrolment since leaving secondary education is a higher education qualification must demonstrate the completion of an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree (or higher) in ministry or theology by an authorised institution 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.

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.

Study Modes

Delivery Mode*: Face-to-Face (Campus class), Online Live (Zoom class), Online Recorded
Locations**: Sydney, Melbourne, Online
Duration: 1.5 years full-time/up to 7 years part-time
Intakes: Semester 1, Semester 2

* Our study modes are flexible so you can mix-and-match different modes throughout your course to fit your needs. For example, a face-to-face student can choose to attend some classes online or an online student may choose to take some subjects face-to-face.

** Some subjects may only be available in certain study modes each semester. Please check the timetable for the most up-to-date information. Face-to-face classes can be delivered weekly or via intensives, where the subject is delivered in a block over consecutive weekdays and/or weekends. Some subjects must be completed face-to-face to meet professional accreditation requirements.

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