Thomas Kimber
Dean of Faculty, Director of Research, Lecturer in Missional and Pastoral Theology
The Master of Theology (MTh) is a research degree for theology graduates who are already professionally engaged in ministry and aspire to teach theology at tertiary level in Australia and overseas.
The degree is normally undertaken in one field of specialisation within the Department of Bible and Language, the Department of Christian Thought or the Department of Ministry and Practice.
Graduates of this course may articulate to the ACT ThD, DMin or PhD.
Thomas Kimber
Dean of Faculty, Director of Research, Lecturer in Missional and Pastoral Theology
Course Code: MTH20
Duration: Minimum 1 year full time, up to 3 years part time.
Overseas Students: Yes (CRICOS 094613D)
The minimum time for candidature in the Master of Theology is one year. Part-time options are also available.
This degree is awarded for the satisfactory completion of a 30,000-word thesis that makes an original contribution to the relevant field.
Further details are available from the ACT website.
https://www.actheology.edu.au/course/MTH20/
Theological and non-theological qualifications deemed by the ACT Research and Research Studies Committee to provide a suitable grounding for Master of Theology study.
Language requirements for non-English speaking background applicants:
IELTS 7.5 overall with a minimum of 7.5 in reading and writing, 7.0 in listening and 6.5 in speaking.
For a full breakdown of the entry requirements for this course visit the ACT website here: https://www.actheology.edu.au/course/MTH20/
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.
Alternatively you can get in touch with one of our Student Services team and chat further around study options, we are always here to help!
Applications close 3 July, 2023
We know undertaking study can be a big decision. There are many pathways you can take to get to where you want to go.
Our friendly postgraduate team is ready to answer any questions you may have.
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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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