Master of Arts (Christian Studies) (MA(ChrisStud))

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.

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As an Affiliated College of the Australian College of Theology, PTC is approved to deliver tits courses (CRICOS 02650E).

TIME REQUIRED

Minimum: 2 years
Maximum: 8 years

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Non-theological bachelor degree or equivalent

ONLINE UNITS AVAILABLE?

Yes

PTC offers most of its units online to enable students from all over Australia and overseas to study with us. See online education.

AVAILABLE TO OVERSEAS STUDENTS?

Not onshore

Ask the registrar about online options.

COURSE STRUCTURE

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

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

The MA(ChrisStud) can lead to:

  • Master of Divinity

  • Master of Ministry

  • Master of Theological Studies

  • Master of Theology

  • Doctor of Philosophy

EXIT OPTIONS

You may be able to leave the MA(ChrisStud) early with:

  • Graduate Certificate of Divinity

  • Graduate Diploma of Divinity

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