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Theological Studies

Theological Studies

MASTER DEGREE

Interested in deepening your faith and engaging with serious Christian thought? Already have an undergraduate degree in another discipline? Then the Master of Arts (Theological Studies) from Charles Sturt University is for you. With flexible modes of study, this course will give you a thorough overview of the Bible, Christian theology, church history, and Christian ministry and practice.

You’ll deepen your knowledge, prepare to follow your calling, and build foundations for further learning or research.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Career Opportunities

After earning a Master of Arts in Theological Studies, you will be prepared for further academic pursuits or a new career path. Opportunities include roles in ministry, church leadership, chaplaincy, or positions within church-operated non-governmental organizations or mission settings.

Award name:

Master of Arts (Theological Studies)

Study Level:

Post Graduate

AQF Level:

Level 10

Credit Points:

96

Duration:

1.5 years

Charles Sturt Faculty:

Faculty of Arts & Education

Charles Sturt School

School of Theology

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the following requirements:
  • Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from an approved tertiary institution, other than an undergraduate degree in Theology.

CREDIT ARRANGEMENT

  • Credit may be considered for Systematic Theology, Biblical Studies, Church History and Practical Theology subjects successfully completed at other institutions at the graduate level.
  • Standard Charles Sturt University Credit Policy apply.

The course consists of six core subjects and six restricted electives.

Core Subjects (48 pts)

  • THL460 – Introduction to Christian Theology (8cp)
  • THL408 – Introduction to Old Testament Studies (8cp)
  • THL409 – Introduction to New Testament Studies (8cp)
  • THL410 – Early Church History (8cp)
  • THL407 – Jesus the Christ (8cp)
  • THL427 – Guided Research in Theology (8cp)

Restricted Electives (48 pts)
Students can select six of the following restricted electives:

  • THL416 – Biblical Hebrew 1 (8cp)
  • THL417 – New Testament Greek 1 (8cp)
  • THL418 – Christian Ministry (8cp)
  • THL419 – The European Reformations (8cp)
  • THL426 – The Diaconate (8cp)
  • THL438 – Mission, Evangelism and Apologetics (8cp)
  • THL440 – Anglican Foundations (8cp)
  • THL443 – New Testament Greek 2 (8cp)
  • THL457 – Biblical Hebrew 2 (8cp)
  • THL461 – Being the Church (8cp)
  • THL468 – The Triune God (8cp)
  • THL469 – Homiletics (8cp)
  • THL486 – Cross Cultural Ministry in Australia (8cp)
  • THL487 – World Religions and Christian Theology (8cp)
  • THL490 – Christian Worship (8cp)
  • THL491 – Practical Theology (8cp)
  • THL493 – Theological Ethics (8cp)
  • THL498 – Advanced Practical Theology (8cp)
  • THL499 – Sacramental Theology (8cp)
  • THP400 – Global Christianity since 1700 (8cp)
  • THP401 – God and Humanity (8cp)
  • THP402 – The Synoptic Gospels (8cp)
  • THP403 – Old Testament History and Narrative (8cp)
  • THP404 – Ecological Theology (8cp)
  • THP405 – Biblical Hebrew 3 (8cp)
  • THP406 – Christianity in Australian History (8cp)
  • THP407 – Judaism and Early Christianity (8cp)
  • THP408 – New Testament Greek 3 (8cp)
  • THP409 – The Pentateuch (8cp)
  • MIN428 – Pastoral Care (8cp)

For more details about the individual components of this course see Charles Sturt University School of Theology Handbook.

FULL-TIME:

Year 1 - Session 1

  • THL460 Introduction to Christian Theology
  • THL408 Introduction to Old Testament Studies
  • THL410 Early Church History
  • Restricted Elective

Year 1 - Session 2

  • THL409 Introduction to New Testament Studies
  • THL407 Jesus the Christ
  • Restricted Elective
  • Restricted Elective

Year 2 - Session 1

  • THL427 Guided Research in Theology
  • Restricted Elective
  • Restricted Elective
  • Restricted Elective

PART-TIME:

Year 1 - Session 1

  • THL460 Introduction to Christian Theology
  • THL408 Introduction to Old
  • Testament Studies

Year 1 - Session 2

  • THL409 Introduction to New Testament Studies
  • THL407 Jesus the Christ

Year 2 - Session 1

  • THL410 Early Church History
  • Restricted Elective

Year 2 - Session 2

  • Restricted Elective
  • Restricted Elective

Year 3 - Session 1

  • Restricted Elective
  • Restricted Elective

Year 3 - Session 2

  • THL427 Guided Research in Theology
  • Restricted Elective

Upon completion of this course, graduates will:

  1. Be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge of the breadth of theological sub-disciplines
  2. Be able to demonstrate critical insight into the sources, history and contemporary expressions of Christian faith
  3. Be able to analyse and evaluate the contribution of theology to social and cultural concerns
  4. Be able to creatively apply advanced theological insights to complex issues in professional ministerial or community contexts
  5. Be able to articulate and communicate complex theological concepts and ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences
  6. Be able to demonstrate knowledge of research methods used in the theological sub-disciplines
  7. Be able to plan and execute a substantial research based project, capstone experience and/or piece of scholarship

The Master, Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate make up an articulated set of courses and credit is given in each higher level course for the subjects completed in the lower.

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