The Master of Pastoral and Spiritual Care enables students to apply an advanced body of knowledge and skill in pastoral care in relation to broader theological studies. Students broaden their knowledge and skills and deepen their engagement with select areas of study to prepare themselves for professional practice and further learning.
a) have advanced knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required in pastoral care, and of the relation of pastoral care to broader theological studies
b) have mastery of research principles and methods, including analytical skills applicable to pastoral care
c) have advanced skills of interpretation and critical reflection on a range of approaches and methodologies in pastoral care, with awareness of implications and application to contemporary issues in professional ministry, in order to generate and evaluate ideas for professional practice and further learning
d) articulate and communicate knowledge and insights in pastoral care to specialist and non-specialist audiences
e) apply relevant skills in pastoral care through the execution of a substantial research-based project, capstone experience or piece of scholarship.