Master of Theological Studies (MTS)
This course is especially suited for theological graduates who want to pursue a higher level of study by coursework (as a type of professional degree, or a pathway to the research awards). For an MDiv graduate, one year of study is needed to complete the MTS, and for a BTh student, 1 1/2 years. Units can be taken at various levels, including at level 9. PTC holds an intensive level 9 unit every year in second semester, usually taken by a well-known international academic.
The MTS is a course of the Australian College of Theology.
Prerequisites
3-year non-theological or theology bachelor degree or equivalent.
Advanced standing can be given for a prior theological degree.
Available to international students?
Offshore: please enquire. In Australian: no
Time required
2 years full-time (1 year with an MDiv)
Up to 8 years part-time
ACT course listing
Course structure
24 cps from:
OT001-712, OT002-712, OT003-712, BB001-712, BB002-712, BB003-712, NT001-712, NT002-712, NT003-712
12cps at level 7 or above: CH/TH/PE
At least 156cps electives from any unit field, which includes at least one of the following:
12cps Level 9 project (**200-912); or
24cps Level 9 project (**200-924); or
36cps Level 9 project (**200-936); or
a 12cps masters capstone experience unit (**205-912): or
a 12cps advanced independent reading unit (**201-912).