Master of Theology
Students
Available to
- Domestic
- Overseas
- Offshore
Duration
- Full-time: 2 years
- Part-time: 5 years
Modes
- Classroom
- Mixed
- Online
Units
10 units
Intake
- February
- July
AQF 09
CRICOS
096387D
The Master of Theology (MTh) enables students with an undergraduate degree in theology or ministry to apply an advanced body of knowledge in theology and its associated disciplines. Students 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 Theology:
- have advanced knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required in theology and its related disciplines
- have mastery of research principles and methods, including analytical and communication skills applicable to theology and its related disciplines
- 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
- articulate and communicate knowledge and insights in theology and its related disciplines to specialist and non-specialist audiences
- apply relevant theological and hermeneutical skills through the execution of a substantial research-based project, capstone experience, theological synthesis or supervised ministry project.
Course structure
The Master of Theology consists of 240 points.
| Course Content | Type | Points |
| Units in any discipline | Foundational | 48 |
| Either One of the capstone units listed below or RQ9748M Minor Thesis | Capstone or Minor Thesis | 24 or 48 |
| Units in any discipline | Elective | 168 or 144 |
| Capstone Unit | Points |
| XH9853C The Practice of History | 48 |
| XS9901C Masters Capstone Unit: Theology and Ministry Seminar | 24 |
| XS9902C Masters Capstone Unit: Theology and Ministry Seminar | 48 |
| XT9900C Masters Capstone Unit: Theological Synthesis | 48 |
Admission criteria
Minimum Academic Requirement
- Bachelor of Theology (BTheol)
- Bachelor of Ministry (BMin)
- Master of Divinity
- Enrolled in the BTheol or BMin with at least 378 points completed. BTheol or BMin must be completed within 12 months of admission to the Master of Theology.
Note: A graduate certificate or graduate diploma is insufficient for admission to the Master of Theology.
Probationary admission is not available for the Master of Theology.
Tuition fees
Fees are subject to change from year to year. For more information, please visit our fees page.
| 2026 | 2025 |
| $3,384 per 24-point unit | $3,268 per 24-point unit |
Credit
Credit of up to 120 points may be granted towards this award. Credit is granted in accordance with the Credit Policy.
Additional information
Graduate pathways
Graduates who have completed a Minor Thesis to a specified standard may be eligible for admission to higher degrees by research.