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MA - Master of Arts
Moorlands South West
Part Time
SEP-25
3 years
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MA - Master of Arts
Moorlands South West
Part Time
SEP-25
3 years
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Go deeper into theological thinking with our postgraduate MA. Study in a unique way that encourages both personal and professional development.
Programme content
The aim of the MA in Applied Theology is to help you root your practice more deeply in Scripture and develop a sharper insight into opportunities and challenges in your particular context.
Study theology alongside others in a unique way that encourages both personal growth and professional development – all without the need to leave your responsibilities at home or work.
The MA in Applied Theology requires the completion of 180 credits. The programme effectively has two main parts: the taught element, which accounts for 120 credits; and the dissertation, worth 60 credits.
The programme is designed to be pursued on a part-time basis over three years and is structured to facilitate this. The taught element spans two academic years, and is followed by a one year dissertation, with the possibility of gaining an extension into a second year.
In year one, you’ll be introduced to the concepts of applied and practical theology, exploring the significance and implications of establishing solid theological foundations as a basis for your practice. In the second module, you’ll then study your chosen specialism in greater detail.
Year two begins with the important area of ethics as it relates to ministry and professional practice. You then have opportunity to develop further your studies in your chosen specialism. The fifth and final taught module examines current developments and trends in the twin contexts of Christian practice: the Church and the contemporary world.
From year three, you embark on the final component of the MA in Applied Theology: an 18,000 word dissertation. This involves researching and writing on an applied topic of your choice. It offers the option of expanding on your specialised area of study. You’ll be individually allocated a supervisor, appropriate to your field of research, who provides you with ongoing support and guidance throughout the process of research and writing.
Assessment and feedback
Assessment is exclusively by coursework. Most taught modules are assessed by a single assignment, normally of 6,000 words for 30-credit modules and 4,500 for 15-credit modules. These are marked by the relevant module tutor and are returned, together with written feedback, within four weeks.
Students need a degree in theology or similar subject or equivalent. Students will need to show evidence of: A capacity to benefit from the study of practice, as part of their continuing professional or vocational development. They will normally have at least two relevant years of experience, and they will be engaged in practice while they undertake the programme, Commitment to Christian life and service—not only to gain qualifications, but to continue to strive to go deeper and become more committed in their walk with God, Sufficient academic ability: They are normally expected to have a British degree in a theological field., GCSE in English (Language or Literature) at grade C or above, or equivalent qualifications at level 2, including an IELTS Academic Certificate with an overall score of 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each of reading and writing or nationally-recognised English language-based level 3 award, equivalent to these IELTS scores, from a different testing system.
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Students from Domestic
For each taught double module (30 credits) 1,420, For each taught single module (15 credits) 710, Dissertation (60 credits) 1,420, Theological Study Skills (if required) 180, MA enrolment (455 per year for taught modules 380 for MA Dissertation Stage).
Students from EU
For each taught double module (30 credits) 1,420, For each taught single module (15 credits) 710, Dissertation (60 credits) 1,420, Theological Study Skills (if required) 180, MA enrolment (455 per year for taught modules 380 for MA Dissertation Stage).
Students from International
For each taught double module (30 credits) 1,420, For each taught single module (15 credits) 710, Dissertation (60 credits) 1,420, Theological Study Skills (if required) 180, MA enrolment (455 per year for taught modules 380 for MA Dissertation Stage).