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Master of Divinity

The Master of Divinity is a primary theological degree for students with a degree in another area.  The Master of Divinity enables students to apply an advanced body of knowledge in divinity and its associated disciplines in ministry contexts. Students broaden their knowledge and skills to prepare them for professional practice and further learning.

Overseas students

CRICOS Available

Study modes

Classroom, Mixed, Online

Duration

3 years full-time
Up to 9 years part-time

Sample Course Structure

1 Unit

AL8002W NT Greek A OR
AL8011W Introduction to Biblical Hebrew
1 Unit

AL9012W NT Greek B OR
AL9010W Ruth
1 Unit

DA8011W Witness, Service, & Discipleship: Mission in Many Places & Many Voices
1 Unit

1 Level 9 Practical Theology Unit
7 Units

7 Units of Choice
1 Unit

XX9970W Capstone by Integrative Essay
1 Unit

BA8001W Introducing the Hebrew Bible
1 Unit

BN8001W Interpreting the New Testament
1 Unit

1 Level 9 Biblical Studies Unit
1 Unit

CT8001W Beginning Theological Studies
1 Unit

CH8011W Early Christianity in Context
1 Unit

1 Level 9 Systematic Theology & History Unit

NOTE: The information presented in this graphic is a general guide and not a substitute for personal course advice with a Course Advisor. Please click the links on the legend to read about Whitley College units that may be included in this course.

Course details

The Master of Divinity consists of 432 points comprised of:

  1. 48 points of postgraduate units in Biblical Languages;
  2. at least 120 and no more than 144 points at postgraduate foundational level that includes 48 points in Biblical Studies, 48 points Christian Thought and History, and 24 points in Practical Theology;
  3. at least 192 points and not more than 240 points at postgraduate elective level, including 24 points in Biblical Studies, 24 points in Christian Thought and History, and 24 points in Practical Theology; and
  4. either a Capstone Unit of at least 24 points or RQ9748M Minor Thesis.
Unit ID Unit Field/Discipline
AL8002W

AL8002W NT Greek A OR
AL8011W Introduction to Biblical Hebrew

 Field A (Biblical Languages)
AL9012W

AL9012W NT Greek B OR
AL9010W Ruth

 Field A (Biblical Languages)
DA8011W

DA8011W Witness, Service, & Discipleship: Mission in Many Places & Many Voices

 DA Mission & Ministry

1 Level 9 Practical Theology Unit

 Field D (Mission & Ministry)

7 Units of Choice

 Unit of Choice
XX9970W

XX9970W Capstone by Integrative Essay

 Capstone Other

1 Level 9 Systematic Theology & History Unit

 Field C (Systematic Theology & History)
CH8011W

CH8011W Early Christianity in Context

 CH Church History
CT8001W

CT8001W Beginning Theological Studies

 CT Systematic Theology

1 Level 9 Biblical Studies Unit

 Field B (Biblical Studies)
BN8001W

BN8001W Interpreting the New Testament

 BN New Testament
BA8001W

BA8001W Introducing the Hebrew Bible

 BA Old Testament

The Master of Divinity consists of 432 points comprised of:

  1. 48 points of postgraduate units in Biblical Languages;
  2. at least 120 and no more than 144 points at postgraduate foundational level that includes 48 points in Biblical Studies, 48 points Christian Thought and History, and 24 points in Practical Theology;
  3. at least 192 points and not more than 240 points at postgraduate elective level, including 24 points in Biblical Studies, 24 points in Christian Thought and History, and 24 points in Practical Theology; and
  4. either a Capstone Unit of at least 24 points or RQ9748M Minor Thesis.

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree.

All applicants must meet the English admission requirements of the University of Divinity as outlined in the Admissions Policy.

 

Students have 3 hours of class time per standard unit they are enrolled in across the 12 teaching weeks of semester.

Students should allow an additional 10 hours for study and assessment tasks per week for each unit they are enrolled in – that is 13 hours per unit per week.

The full-time study load for the Master of Divinity is 3 units per semester which is a commitment of 39 hours per week.

Depending on the time available for study, students can choose to study part-time by enrolling in 1 to 2 units per semester. Students can complete the 18 units required for the Master of Divinity within the maximum 9 years allowed if the choose to enrol in 1 unit per semester.

Learning outcomes

Course achievements

Graduates of the Master of Divinity:

  1. have advanced knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required in divinity and its related disciplines;
  2. have mastery of research principles and methods, including analytical and communication skills applicable to divinity and its related disciplines;
  3. have advanced skills of interpretation and critical reflection on a range of theological and related disciplines, with awareness of their implications and applications to historical and contemporary issues and contexts, in order to generate and evaluate ideas for professional practice and further learning;
  4. articulate and communicate knowledge and insights in divinity and its related disciplines to specialist and non-specialist audiences; and
  5. apply relevant theological and hermeneutical skills through the execution of a substantial research-based project, theological synthesis, or supervised ministry project.

Graduate Pathways

Future study options

Graduates who have completed a Minor Thesis at a specified standard may be eligible for admission to a higher degree by research.

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