CRICOS 063710D
Providing a comprehensive education in theology and related disciplines with rigorous academic requirements, across a range of subject areas.
The Master of Divinity is designed as a graduate entry program in theology which provides a comprehensive education in theology comparable in breadth and depth to the Bachelor of Theology, but more rigorous in its academic requirements.
It requires 216 credit points (24 units) for completion. The award provides a systematic and comprehensive study of theology and related disciplines, through a structure of majors and sub-majors. Not all majors and sub-majors are available at NTC itself, but in most cases students can complete the necessary units through another Member Institution of the SCD.
The subject areas and the majors and sub-majors available through the SCD are:
| Subject Areas | Majors/Submajors |
|---|---|
| Biblical Studies** | Biblical Studies** |
| Old Testament** | |
| New Testament** | |
| Christian Ethics | Christian Ethics |
| Christian Spirituality | Christian Spirituality |
| Church History** | Church History** |
| Humanities | Biblical Languages |
| Liturgical Studies** | Liturgical Studies** |
| Missiology** | Missiology** |
| Pastoral Theology & Practice** | Pastoral Theology & Practice** |
| Philosophy | Philosophy |
| Theology** | Theology** |
** NTC itself offers these subject areas with the corresponding majors and submajors. Full details can be found on the SCD Master of Divinity course page.
Full-Time (Three years)
The MDiv can be completed in as little as three academic years. Students participate in course units online, in person, or a combination of both.
Part-Time (Up to Nine years)
Designed for those who are unable to attend classes full time. Students participate in course units online, in person, or a combination of both.
Outcomes
On completion a student should be able to:
- demonstrate a critical appreciation and knowledge of the core disciplines of scripture and Theology, and a selection of related disciplines and their respective methodologies
- critically evaluate primary and secondary material in the various disciplines
- acquire deeper knowledge of some of the key debates in their major area of study
- display independent research skills within one major area of study
- appreciate the social/historical/ literary context/background of their major subject area
- communicate their understanding of the faith to a variety of audiences and engage in dialogue with the contemporary world
- engage in ministry or associated activities
- appreciate the benefits of a theological education and its potential for making a useful contribution to society
- value various theological traditions
- build tolerance in a multi-cultural society through respecting the views of others.
Exit Points
Students enrolled in the Master of Divinity may exit with one of the following awards – the Graduate Certificate in Arts (36 credit points), the Graduate Diploma of Arts (72 credit points), or the Master of Arts (108 credit points), provided they have met the requirements of those awards.
Articulation to other Awards
Students are eligible to articulate to the Doctor of Ministry program, provided they meet the entry requirements.
Entry Requirements
For current entry requirements for this award, please visit the Sydney College of Divinity website. CLICK HERE to access this information.