Course Level
Master Degree (By Research)
CRICOS
077752A
Master of Philosophy
The Master of Philosophy is a higher degree by research in divinity or one or more of its associated disciplines and is designed for individuals who bring a foundation within this disciplinary range. The purpose of the Master of Philosophy is to qualify individuals to apply an advanced body of knowledge in divinity or one or more of its associated disciplines in a range of contexts and to provide a pathway for possible further learning.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Australian Lutheran College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Catholic Theological College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Eva Burrows College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Pilgrim Theological College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
School of Professional Practice | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
St Athanasius College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
St Barnabas College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
St Francis College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Trinity College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Uniting College for Leadership and Theology | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Whitley College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Wollaston Theological College | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Yarra Theological Union | Full-time - 1.5 years Part-time - 4 years | $30,456 | N/A |
Structure
The course of study for the Master of Philosophy by major thesis consists of: Submission of an annual report throughout the duration of candidature; Satisfactory completion of confirmation of candidature; Where relevant, satisfactory completion of requirements of the Human Research Ethics Committee; Attendance and participation in a minimum of 8 hours of research seminars at the University and either a University Research Conference or a research conference approved by the candidate’s College during each year of candidature. Satisfactory completion of these requirements must be certified by the College on the candidate’s annual report; Preparation of a thesis of up to 40,000 words for examination.
Subjects
- Philosophy
Entry requirements
- To be eligible for admission an applicant must satisfy the SGR Committee that he or she has completed one of the following awards at the University of Divinity to the specified standard, or an equivalent award in divinity or its associated disciplines at another higher education provider recognised by the Academic Board to an equivalent standard: a Masters by coursework with a 75% average
- or a Graduate Diploma with a 75% average
- or a four year undergraduate degree with Honours with a 75% average
- An applicant must also satisfy the SGR Committee that he or she has completed a research essay or thesis of at least 12,000 words graded at or above 70%. The research essay or thesis may have been completed either within one of the awards listed above or as part of another program of study.
Study Pathways
Graduates may be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy.
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