Master of Theological Studies
Students
Available to
- Domestic
- Overseas
- Offshore
Duration
- Full-time: 2 years
- Part-time: 6 years
Modes
- Classroom
- Mixed
- Online
Units
12 units
Intake
- February
- July
AQF 09
CRICOS
096386E
The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) 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:
- 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, or piece of scholarship.
Course structure
The Master of Theological Studies consists of 288 points.
| Course Content | Type | Points |
| Units from at least three fields | Foundational | 72 |
| Units in more than one field | Elective | 120 |
| Either: one of the capstone units listed below or RQ9748M Minor Thesis | Capstone or Minor Thesis | 24 or 48 |
| Further postgraduate units in any discipline |
| Capstone Units | 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 |
| XS9903C Masters Capstone Unit: Theology for Church and World | 24 |
| XT9900C Masters Capstone Unit: Theological Synthesis | 48 |
Admission criteria
Successful completion of an undergraduate degree.
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 144 points may be granted towards this award. Credit is granted in accordance with the Credit Policy. Credit may include:
| Prior qualification or training | Maximum credit | Specific application |
| Certificate of Religious Education of the Catholic Diocese of Sale | 48 points | 24 points towards religious education at postgraduate foundational level. 24 points towards mission and ministry at postgraduate foundational level. |
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.