Master of Education and Theology

Graduates of the Master of Education and Theology:

1.  demonstrate advanced and integrated knowledge of educational and theological concepts which underpin the practice and mission of faith-based learning contexts
2. critically analyse professional practice in faith-based learning contexts, informed by education and theological theory
3. integrate insights from the dialogue between education and theology to generate and evaluate complex concepts in professional practice and further learning
4. research and apply established theories to investigate, interpret and justify theoretical propositions and professional decisions in faith-based learning contexts.

The Master of Education and Theology consists of 216 points comprised of:

• DR9663Y Leadership for Mission in a Catholic School
• 24 points in the discipline of Biblical Studies or the discipline of Systematic Theology
• 24 points in the discipline of Education or the discipline of Religious Education
• 24 points in the discipline of Education or the discipline of Religious Education or the discipline of Systematic Theology
• Either a Capstone unit of at least 24 points that integrates education and theology or the unit RQ9748M Minor Thesis on a related theme, as approved by the Postgraduate Coordinator
• Further units at postgraduate level.

Provided that at least 96 points of Postgraduate Elective units are included.

Applicants must have:

• an undergraduate degree
• have obtained a qualification recognised for teacher registration in Australia
• have two years of full-time teaching experience or part-time equivalent
• In accordance with the College’s child-protection policy, all participants must hold either a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or VIT registration, and must register at reception each day of attendance.

• The MEdTheol is a recognised course for sponsored study by Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Office Sale, and Catholic Education Office Sandhurst.
• Other teachers should contact their local Catholic Education Office.

• Full-time: 1.5 years
• Part-time: 4.5 years

Credit is available for a four-year teaching qualification and/or relevant postgraduate studies.

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

2025: $3,268 per 24-point unit.

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

• Master of Education and Theology on the University of Divinity website
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