This course is suitable for those with a prior university degree who wish to undertake study that integrates biblical-theological knowledge with pastoral practice. It can be especially suitable for a special focus in biblical counselling. The MA(ChrisStud) is a course of the Australian College of Theology.
As an Affiliated College of the Australian College of Theology, PTC is approved to deliver tits courses (CRICOS 02650E).
192 credit points at level 8 and above, including at least 60cps at level 9
24cps from the following units:
o OT001-812, OT002-812, OT003-812, BB001-812, BB002-812, BB003-812, NT001-812, NT002-812, NT003-812
12cps in CH / TH units at Level 8
12cps units at Level 8 from BB / OT / NT / TH / CH
24cps Level 8 or above in CH / TH units
12cps Level 8 or above in IN coursework units
Level 8 Integration substantive piece:
o 12cp Integrative Level 8 Project (IN200-812); OR
o 12cp Level 8 coursework unit, OR
o Defer enrolment by choosing to enrol in a longer (24/36cp) Level 9 project at the end of the course.
Level 9 Integrative Project or advanced independent reading unit:
o 12cp Integrative Level 9 Project (IN200-912); OR
o 24cp Integrative Level 9 Project (IN200-924); OR
o 36cp Integrative Level 9 Project (IN200-936); OR
o a 12cps advanced independent reading unit focussing on Integration (IN201-912).
[Integrative requirements can be met by taking integrative project/s and integrative independent reading unit/s. For example, those with a counselling focus may choose to do integrative work in biblical-theological exegesis and counselling topics of their choice. These will be designed to suit your interests.]
At least 84cps Level 8 or above elective units
One unit is typically 12 credit points (cps). Full-time study for one semester is normally considered to be 48 cps (equivalent to four 12cp units).
LA = Language
BB = Biblical studies
OT = Old Testament
NT = New Testament
CH = Christianity in History
TH = Theology
PE = Philosophy and Ethics
PC = Pastoral and Church focussed ministry
EM = Evangelism and Mission
IS = Integrative Studies
DE = Developmental and Educational ministry
AS = Academic Studies
The MA(ChrisStud) can lead to:
Master of Divinity
Master of Ministry
Master of Theological Studies
Master of Theology
Doctor of Philosophy
You may be able to leave the MA(ChrisStud) early with:
Graduate Certificate of Divinity
Graduate Diploma of Divinity
Training for the Kingdom of Heaven
