Master of Arts

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The Master of Arts is available in two modes: coursework and research. Within the coursework mode, students may take either a general course of 90 points (6 units) of postgraduate study, or a specialised course of 90 points (6 units) within a single area. The research mode can be taken by either major thesis of 40000 words, or minor thesis of 25000 words plus 30 points (2 units) of postgraduate coursework. The degree is completed in one year (fulltime) or up to four years (parttime).

The MA is open to students who have completed the Graduate Diploma of Theology, or who have a Bachelor of Theology with first or upper second class Honours, or equivalent. To enrol in the research mode, candidates must have completed a 12000 word postgraduate research essay of Distinction standard. On completion the MA by research mode can provide a pathway to the Doctor of Philosophy.