Master of Theological Studies (MTS)

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A coursework Masters degree for professional practice and/or further study and scholarship, the Master of Theological Studies (MTS) is designed to take AUT graduate attributes to an advanced level.

Key Information

Full Time

2 Years

Part Time

Max 8 Years

Weight

192 Credit Points

Payment

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Equivalent

16 Units

Fees

Tuition Fees

Master of Theological Studies Course Overview

This is a course of the Australian University of Theology. For more information please visit the AUT course page.

A coursework Masters degree at AQF level 9 for professional practice. The MTS degree provides students who are already graduates with the opportunity to undertake study in the disciplines by which knowledge of God is developed and articulated.

Fields of Study:

  • Bible & Languages (LA, OT, NT, BB)
  • Christian Thought & History (TH, CH, PE)

Students further develop understanding and ministry skills through electives in the fields of:

  • Bible and Christian Thought & History; and/or
  • Ministry & Practice (EM, PC, DM)

The course will include an introduction to the research principles and methods applicable to the specialised study of the theological disciplines.

Admission Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Completed 3 year bachelor degree or equivalent

Language Qualifications for NESB: IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in reading and writing, and 6.5 in listening and speaking OR 10 years in Australia with English being the language primarily spoken both at home and work

Course Units

192 Total Credit Points

16 x 12cp units,
at Level 8 and above,
including at least 60cps at Level 9

At least 156cps elective units from any unit field, which includes at least one of the following:

Remaining elective credit points to be selected from any field

Learning Outcomes

1. demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of ‘Theological Studies’, including the spiritual and ethical implications, with particular attention to the knowledge fields of ‘Bible and Languages’ and ‘Christian Thought and History’

2. explain research principles and methods applicable to ‘Theological Studies’ and its applications

1. collect, analyse, evaluate and synthesise scholarship and information in ‘Theological Studies’ as the basis of critical reflection and problem solving

2. think critically and independently in identifying and constructing evidence-based responses to and solving problems in ‘Theological Studies’

3. engage with specialist and non-specialist audiences using a variety of formats to present clear, coherent and independent perspectives on the concepts and applications of ‘Theological Studies’

4. plan and execute a research project or capstone experience in ‘Theological Studies’

1. commence Christian ministry and/or scholarship individually at an advanced level with expert judgment and in collaboration with others

2. be responsible and accountable for their own learning and professional practice

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Trinity College Queensland

Phone: +61 07 3377 9950
Email: ask@trinity.qld.edu.au
Address: 60 Bayliss St, Auchenflower Brisbane QLD 4066