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Master of Theology

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How to apply as a Domestic student

If you want to give your career the edge, apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or for online programs apply directly through GradSchool.

For the Graduate Certificate in Theology and the Master of Theology please apply through UAC.

International students wishing to study on campus should visit how to apply for international students.

You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience. For more information, check the admission requirements of your chosen postgraduate coursework degree or call us on 1800 88 21 21.

Closing dates for applications vary for different degrees. To check, visit the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or for online programs visit GradSchool.

Fast Facts

Duration

2 semesters full-time or part-time equivalent

Locations

  • Newcastle (Callaghan)

Delivery

On-campus, Online

Study Details

Program handbook

Student Intake

Domestic and International students

Student Intake

Domestic and International students

Recommended Studies

An undergraduate degree

Special Requirements

English Language Requirements (for International Students)

International Students: Enquire Now

How to apply
Phone: +61 2 4921 6595
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Why study theology at UoN?

This unique one year program will help you develop and expand your skills and knowledge in the most theologically technically advanced areas. The Master of Theology at the University of Newcastle is a cutting edge, intellectually rigorous, and highly relevant Masters program for training in theological reasoning and the sophisticated reading of complex texts.

With a higher level program, undertaken with supervision from theological specialists, this is an opportunity to explore and develop multiple skills in a range of theological disciplines.

Be equipped with valuable and highly transferable skills

The increasing demand for highly qualified and professionally competent leaders, managers and educators has become an important feature of the modern professions worldwide. The Master of Theology, a post-graduate program that offers the opportunity to theological graduates, or graduates in cognate disciplines, to deepen their learning, explore theological disciplines in a depth they had been unable to in their first theological program, and better equip them with the higher learning skills they had begun to develop through their Undergraduate studies.

The program provides graduates with training and experience (according to personal development needs) by developing expertise in the fast moving areas of: theological studies, develop a deeper understanding of key aspects of an ancient and worldwide set of religious traditions.

Students in the Master of Theology may take a generic program or specialise in one of the following areas:

  • Spirituality
  • Liturgical Studies
  • Religious Education
  • Mission and Culture
  • Pastoral Ministry.

Fast-track your career

As a liberal arts degree the Master of Theology program allows students to prepare for a wide range of careers including teaching, social work, the caring professions, journalism and the media and various forms of Christian ministry.