Theology (MTh/PgDip)
1 year (Full-time) / 2-5 years (Part-time) / n/a (Distance / E-Learning)
The school also offers a PG Diploma or MTh in Theology. For more information on this course please see the relevent course information page.
Course Aims
The MTh Theology and Postgraduate Certificate in Theology are postgraduate qualifications that engage in critical theological reflection upon professional practice. They are available in the following four Pathways:
- Practical Theology
- Biblical Studies
- Christian Doctrine
- Church History
- Facilitates a flexible programme of study geared towards the individual student
- Draws on internationally-recognised expertise in Christianity which is sensitive to
- current issues in the public eye
- Small student-focussed tutorials rather than formal lectures
- Provides a subject-specific introduction to postgraduate study skills
- Enables professional development needs for reflective learning
- 20 credits of core skills modules
- 60 or 80 credits of option modules from one of the four Pathways (selected by the student)
- A further 40 or 20 credits of modules from any part of the whole MTh programme (also selected by the student)
- For the MTh, students take the Postgraduate Diploma programme and follow it with a 60 credit dissertation (topic or theme chosen by the student in consultation with academic staff).
- Research Methods for Theology
- Principles of Practical Theology
- Continuity and Change: Mission in Contemporary Society
- Faith, Belief and Spirituality
- Contours of Christian Theology
- Contemporary Theologies of Mission
- Bible in Ministry
- Independent Learning Project
- Critical Reflection on Practice
- Facilitating Moral Thinking (RTT202)
- Beginning Chaplaincy (RTT148)
- Context of Chaplaincy (RTT205)
- Hermeneutics and Critical Method
- New Testament in Social Perspective
- Exegesis of Biblical Texts: Romans
- Out of Babylon: Old Testament Theology
- The Horrors we Bless: Old Testament Texts
- Independent Learning Project
- Bible in Ministry
- Hermeneutics and Critical Method
- Contours of Christian Theology
- Theology and Biography
- Theologies of Liberation
- Independent Learning Project
- Contemporary Theologies of Mission
- Church History I (40 credits)
- Church History II (40 credits)
- Dissertation
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UK & EU Full Time for 2013/14
£5,445.00
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UK & EU Part Time for 2013/14
£2,723.00
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International Full Time for 2013/14
£12,700.00
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International Part Time for 2013/14
£6,350.00
It is expected that most of the students undertaking the courses will be involved in some kind of ministry, whether on a full- or part-time basis. They are available and relevant to laity and clergy alike.
The formal aim of the qualifications is to improve the competence of practitioners so they can make a better contribution within their ministry.
They also provide an opportunity for exploring present and future training and educational needs within professional development.
Special Features
Course Description
Teaching is delivered on Fridays: part-time, students will normally attend on four Fridays in the semester; full-time for eight. Part-time students should expect to have another day a week available during the academic year for reading, preparation for sessions, and for writing assessment. Full-time students will need 35 hours a week for the whole year (academic year for the Postgraduate Diploma, calendar year for the MTh). The teaching style for any particular sessions varies widely and includes lectures, seminars, student presentations, and free discussion.
Though not offered as a designated module, support for advanced study of the biblical languages is offered via the Independent Learning Project.
Three of the modules listed below (RTT202, RTT148 and RTT205) are also part of our MTh Chaplaincy Studies. Teaching for these modules is delivered as part of that programme, which takes place in intensive weeks held at various times of the year.
Having completed the taught modules of the Postgraduate Diploma, MTh students continue during the Summer Semester with a dissertation of 16,000-20,000 words on a topic of the student’s choice.
Course Structure
For the Postgraduate Diploma, students take a total of 120 credits of modules, consisting of:
Please see the Theology website for more course and module information.
Available Modules
Core Module (compulsory for all four Pathways):
Practical Theology Pathway:
Students take the first and at least two more of the following option modules:
Biblical Studies Pathway:
Students take the first and at least two more of the following option modules:
Christian Doctrine Pathway:
Students take the first and at least two more of the following option modules:
Church History Pathway:
Students take both of the following option modules and a further 20 credits from one of the other Pathways:
MTh Compulsory Module:
Entry Requirements
The programmes are suitable for graduates in Theology and/or Religious Studies. Though primarily aimed at people engaged in Christian Ministry (in its widest understanding), laity or ordained ministers of religion alike, members of some other professional groups - e.g. nursing, medicine – will find them equally valuable.
Applicants should normally possess or expect to obtain a First or Upper Second class UK Honours degree, or equivalent. However, significant experience of ministry can also be taken into account.
Note: International students pursuing part-time programmes of study are not eligible for Tier 4 (General Student) visas and must have alternative leave to remain in the UK if they intend to study at the University in person.
How to Apply
Applications can be made for this course via our Online Application Service selecting the Postgraduate Diploma Practical Theology or MTh Theology (Practical Theology) option from the list of courses.
Funding
For more information on funding available for Masters students in the School of History, Archaeology and Religion see the school's funding website.
Tuition Fees:
Next intake: September each year
School Contact
Name: Ms Ffion Williams
Telephone: +44 (0)29 2056 8007
Fax:
Email: ffion.williams@stmichaels.ac.uk
School Website:
http://www.stmichaels.ac.uk
School Contact
Name: Dr John Wilks
Telephone: +44 (0)29 2056 8004
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