Master of Spirituality

Graduates of the Master of Spirituality:

1. have advanced knowledge of the theological and spiritual foundations of spirituality, spiritual practice and spiritual growth in the Christian tradition, and of the relation of these to broader theological studies
2. have mastery of skills to reflect critically on personal spiritual experience in the light of key themes, traditions and approaches in spirituality
3. have communication and technical research skills to justify and interpret theoretical propositions and professional decisions about themes, traditions and approaches in spirituality
4. apply knowledge of themes, traditions and approaches in spirituality with creativity and initiative to professional practice and further learning
5. apply relevant theological and hermeneutical skills through the execution of a substantial research-based project, capstone experience or piece of scholarship.

The Master of Spirituality consists of 288 points comprised of:

• 96 points of foundational units in three disciplines from at least 2 fields including 48 points in the discipline of Spirituality or Spiritual Direction
• 96 points of elective units in the discipline of Spirituality or Spiritual Direction
• 24 points of elective units in any discipline
• Either a capstone unit of at least 24 points in the discipline of Spirituality or in synthesis with it, or the unit RQ9748M Minor Thesis.
• Further units at postgraduate level.

Provided that at least 192 points are taken in the discipline of Spirituality or Spiritual Direction

Successful completion of a undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

• Full-time: 2 years
• Part-time: 6 years

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

$3,268 per 24-point unit.

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

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