Greg Forbes
Lecturer in Biblical Studies
The Master of Divinity is designed to provide graduates the opportunity to undertake study at a masters level by coursework, thus consolidating and enhancing their areas of specialisation enabling them to proceed to new areas of professional and expertise. It will equip you with all the skills knowledge you need to translate the Bible from its original language, complemented with a wide range of practical ministry electives.
Greg Forbes
Lecturer in Biblical Studies
Course Code: MDIV20
Duration: Minimum 3 years, up to 9 years part time.
Overseas Students: Yes (CRICOS 054688E)
The Master of Divinity requires the satisfactory completion of 24 units totalling 288 credit points. A full-time rate consists of 3-4 units per semester, and part-time of 1-2 units per semester.
Biblical & Theological Foundation
Complete two units of Old Testament Introduction and two units of New Testament Introduction:
Complete two Christianity in History units (CH)
Complete three Theology (TH) units
Biblical Exegesis
OR
+ Principles and Practice of Biblical Exegesis BB013
Primary Course Discipline (Divinity Stream)
Complete one unit in Christian Thought:
Complete one unit within a Primary Course Discipline field:
Note that your Research Project may comprise some of these credits.
Spiritual Formation
Complete one of the following units:
Research Project
Complete a research project within a field of your choice, at one of the following scopes:
Electives
Complete the remainder of your course with units of your choice:
Note this will depend on your Research Project, and may be up to five units – consult with the Registrar for advice.
Academic Qualifications
Language Qualifications for NESB
If you are 25 years or older and an Australian Citizen you may be eligible for Austudy for your course.
To find out if you are eligible please visit:
www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/services/centrelink/austudy
If you are 18 – 24 years old, an Australian Citizen and planning to study full-time, you may be eligible for Youth Allowance for your course.
To find out if you are eligible please visit:
www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/services/centrelink/youth-allowance-students-and-australian-apprentices
“I wanted to learn at a school that embraced my beliefs and values. The Melbourne School of Theology does just that.”
Hannah Halliday, Pastor
Graduate Diploma of Divinity
Pastor, teacher or minister with responsibility for preaching and/or teaching, providing leadership in various ministry contexts.
Leader of staff in cross-cultural ministry, whether in Australia or internationally.
Bible translation work in Australia or internationally.
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Applications close 3 July, 2023
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MST is approved to deliver courses of the Australian College of Theology including the diploma, undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate qualifications offered by MST.
These are self-accredited by the ACT under the authority of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).
Melbourne School of Theology is an Affiliated College of the Australian College of Theology, CRICOS:02650E
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri People as the traditional custodians of God’s land on which MST stands, and pay our respects to their elders past and present, and our support for the emerging leaders of the future.
Melbourne School of Theology is a non-denominational Bible college, based in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Since 1920, MST has been passionate about training those with a heart for ministry and mission with a solid Biblical grounding in God’s Word.
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