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Master of Theology (Research)

  • Masters (Research)

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Research)
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
096388C
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Apr, Nov
Domestic Fees
$18,432 per year

About this course

The Master of Theology (Research) is a higher degree by research in divinity, designed for individuals who bring a foundation in divinity. The purpose of the Master of Theology (Research) is to qualify individuals to apply an advanced body of knowledge in divinity in a range of contexts and to provide a pathway for possible further learning.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission an applicant must satisfy the Research Committee that he or she has completed one of the following awards at the University of Divinity to the specified standard, or an equivalent award in divinity or its associated disciplines at another higher education provider recognised by the Academic Board to an equivalent standard:

a) a Masters by coursework with a 75% average; or

b) a Graduate Diploma with a 75% average; or

c) a four year undergraduate degree with Honours with a 75% average.

To be eligible for admission an applicant must also satisfy the Research Committee that he or she has completed a research essay or thesis of at least 12,000 words graded at or above 75%. The research essay or thesis may have been completed either within one of the awards listed above or as part of another program of study.

Upon admission, the applicant becomes a member of the School of Graduate Research.

Study locations

Catholic Theological College

Whitley College

Pilgrim Theological College

Morling College

Yarra Theological Union

Eva Burrows College

Australian Lutheran College

St Athanasius College

Stirling Theological College

What you will learn

Graduates of the Master of Theology (Research):

  1. have a body of knowledge in a field of study within divinity that includes the understanding of recent developments within this field
  2. apply advanced knowledge and skills to plan and execute a substantial piece of research
  3. have cognitive, technical and creative skills to generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts in a field of study within divinity and to reflect critically on them
  4. have cognitive skills in, and mastery of, research principles and methods applicable to the field in which the research has been carried out
  5. have skills to present a coherent and sustained argument and to communicate research results to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Course structure

The course of study for the Master of Theology (Research) by major thesis consists of:

  1. Submission of an annual report throughout the duration of candidature.
  2. Satisfactory completion of confirmation of candidature.
  3. Where relevant, satisfactory completion of requirements of the Human Research Ethics Committee.
  4. Attendance and participation in a minimum of 8 hours of research seminars at the University and either a University Research Conference or a research conference approved by the candidate's College during each year of candidature. Satisfactory completion of these requirements must be certified by the College on the candidate's annual report.
  5. Preparation of a thesis of up to 40,000 words for examination.