Master of Theology

Subjects

For each 8 point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, residential schools, or examinations.

If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

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Graduation requirements

As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 96 points.Full subject list
The Master of Theology consists of 96 points. Students choose between a Coursework or a Research option. 

Students selecting the Coursework option complete the compulsory subject THL501 Guided Research (16 points) plus 5 restricted electives (80 points). 

Students selecting the Research option complete two compulsory subjects THL514 Theological Hermeneutics (16 points) and THL650 Theology Masters Coursework Dissertation (32 points), plus 3 restricted electives (48 points).

All students must choose two subjects (32 points) from one of the following discipline areas:

Systematic Theology
THL512 Contemporary Theology in a Global Context (16 points)
THL542 Political Theology (16 points)
THL544 Theology and Spirituality in Contemporary Engagement (16 points)
THL545 Classic Texts in Christian Theology (16 points)

Biblical Studies
THL511 Contemporary Approaches to Biblical Studies (16 points)
THL517 Advanced Biblical Exegesis (16 points)
THL535 Seminar in Biblical and Theological Interpretation (16 points)

Practical Theology ry...

There are minimum Academic and English Language requirements for admission to Charles Sturt University courses. These requirements ensure that our students have the best chance for success. Minimum requirements can vary from country to country, so please take some time to review our entry requirements before starting your application. If you cannot find the requirements for your country please contact us.

Please note: in line with our admissions policy, if you intend to study in Australia on a student visa you must be at least 18 years old by the course start date.