Faculty of Arts
The Degree of Master of Theology – MTheol
The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.
Admission
1 In order to be admitted to this programme, a student needs to have:
either
a completed the requirements for a Bachelor of Theology (Honours) with at least Second Class Honours, First Division, or an equivalent qualification as approved by Senate or its representative
or
b completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma in Theology with at least Merit, or an equivalent qualification as approved by Senate or its representative
and
c approval from the Head of School of Theology.
Duration and Total Points Value
2 A student enrolled for this degree must:
a pass courses with a total value of 120 points
and
b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Structure and Content
3 Research Masters
Of the 120 points required for this degree a student must complete a thesis in one of the subjects listed in the Master of Theology Schedule.
Thesis
4 a The thesis is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Senate or its representative, on the recommendation of the Director of Postgraduate Studies Theology.
b The thesis is to be based on original research and the research topic is to be approved by the Head of School of Theology, on the recommendation of the Director of Postgraduate Studies Theology, prior to enrolment.
c The thesis is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Variations
5 In exceptional circumstances Senate or its representative may approve a personal programme which does not conform to these regulations.
Honours
6 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Commencement
7 These regulations came into force on 1 January 2006. The 2001 regulations for the Degree of Master of Theology were thereby repealed.
Biblical Studies
Research Masters
Requirement:
- 120 points: BSTHEO 796 Thesis
Christian Thought and History
Research Masters
Requirement:
- 120 points: CTHTHEO 796 Thesis
Practical Theology
Research Masters
Requirement:
- 120 points: PTHEO 796 Thesis
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