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Overview

The Master of Theological Studies enables students to apply an advanced body of knowledge in theology and its associated disciplines. Students broaden their knowledge and skills and deepen their engagement with select areas of study to prepare them for professional practice and further learning.

Course learning outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Theological Studies:

  1. have advanced knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required in theology and its related disciplines
  2. have mastery of research principles and methods, including analytical and communication skills applicable to theology and its related disciplines
  3. have advanced skills of interpretation and critical reflection on a range of theological and related disciplines, with awareness of implications and applications to historical and contemporary issues and contexts, in order to generate and evaluate ideas for professional practice and further learning
  4. articulate and communicate knowledge and insights in theology and its related disciplines to specialist and non-specialist audiences
  5. apply relevant theological and hermeneutical skills through the execution of a substantial research-based project, capstone experience, or piece of scholarship.

Course structure

The Master of Theological Studies consists of 288 points comprised of:

  • 72 points of Postgraduate Foundational units from at least three Fields
  • 120 points of Postgraduate Elective units in more than one Field
  • Either one Capstone unit of at least 24 points or the unit RQ9748M Minor Thesis
  • Further units at postgraduate level.

Locations and modes

Duration

The standard full-time duration of the Master of Theological Studies is two years. The Master of Theological Studies must be completed in not less than two years and not more than six years from the date on which the course is commenced.

Standard full-time2 years
Maximum part-time6 years

Graduate pathways

Graduates who have completed a Minor Thesis to a specified standard may be eligible for admission to higher degrees by research.

Admission criteria

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree.

Credit

Award Maximum credit Specific rules 
Certificate of Religious Education of the Catholic Diocese of Sale 48  24 points in Religious Education at Postgraduate Foundational level 

24 points in Mission and Ministry at Postgraduate Foundational level 

Fee summary

The Master of Theological Studies requires the completion of 12 standard postgraduate units. Fees for 2025 are $3,268 per standard unit or $19,608 for a full-time year (6 units).

Fees are subject to change from year to year. For more information about fees, please visit the Fees page.

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