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Postgraduate ACU-THE-MAS-2021

Master of Theological Studies

Help to engage the community with your faith.

Prepare for a career in the church or in the community, perhaps in teaching or social work. Develop analytical and communication skills. Explore faith in theory and practice. Specialise in areas such as Christian practice, liturgy and philosophy.

Available loans

Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Total subjects

16

Price

$36,256

Study method

100% online

Assessments

100% online

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Established in 1991 after amalgamating four eastern Australian Catholic tertiary institutes, Australian Catholic University now has seven campuses, from Brisbane to Melbourne and welcomes students of all beliefs. Specialising in arts, business, education, health sciences, law, theology and philosophy, ACU encourages its students to think critically and ethically and bring change to their communities and offer this online through Open Universities Australia.

QS RANKING 2021

34

Times Higher Education Ranking 2021

18

  • 2021

Degree details

What you'll learn

Graduates of the Master of Theological Studies will:

  • demonstrate a critical awareness of sources for and methodological approaches to a range of theological studies
  • interpret biblical texts in view of historical, cultural, literary, philosophical, and theological analyses
  • use biblical and theological resources to explain the historical origins, development, and interconnections of Christian doctrines
  • articulate implications of Christian belief for Christian practice
  • demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in one or more theological disciplines
  • have the opportunity to study units in philosophy that enrich theological understanding, including a specialisation in the discipline
  • undertake a research-based project.
Career opportunities

Graduates will be prepared them to succeed in areas such as chaplaincy or other church-related careers, administrative roles, or in various other professions for which they are qualified, such as teaching or social work.

Professional recognition

Professional recognition may differ between dioceses. Teacher applicants are advised to contact the Catholic or State Education Office in the area in which they teach to ascertain the status of the course.

Students who wish to proceed to further study upon completion of the graduate certificate/diploma are eligible to enter the Master of Theological Studies course. Teacher graduates of these two awards may be able to seek four-year trained teacher status with an employer. Applicants are advised to discuss these possibilities with their local Catholic or State Education Office.

Entry requirements

Higher education

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline.

Description

The Master of Theological Studies is a coursework degree for students seeking to develop mastery of theological knowledge and develop skills in communicating that knowledge.

Degree structure details

Award Requirements

Completion of 160 cp;

  • 40 cp in Religious Education subjects, including no more than 20 cp at 500-level;
  • 10 cp from 600-level educational leadership subjects).

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