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MASTER OF ARTS IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES 

& GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES


Introduction

The Master of Arts in Christian Studies program is accredited with the Australian College of Theology (ACT) and is intended for students holding a non-theological undergraduate degree from an Australian University (or equivalent). It aims to equip students with the biblical and theological understanding and skills needed to integrate theological reflection with their present or future occupation and/or life interests.

The program is particularly suited to those who intend to return to their profession following graduation. It would also be appropriate for Christians moving into a ministry context at home or overseas in which the exercising of their existing profession will be a key part of their work.

The Master of Arts requires satisfactory completion of 64 credit points, although students may withdraw following completion of 32 credit points and gain a Graduate Diploma in Christian Studies.  The Master of Arts must be completed within six years of commencement, and the Graduate Diploma must be completed within four years.

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Course structure

Full time students in this program complete the Master of Arts / Graduate Diploma in Christian Studies and the SMBC Certificate of Biblical Studies concurrently. They usually follow the course structure set out below, however there is some flexibility. Students may discuss the alternatives with the Graduate Studies Advisor. Non-italicised subjects are Master of Arts/Graduate Diploma subjects and subjects in italics are Certificate subjects.

The topics for the Integrative Projects (IN650 and IN791) need to be determined by the student, in consultation with the Graduate Studies Advisor, as early as possible.

 

First Year

 

Semester One

Semester Two

OT501 Formative OT Traditions

NT501 Content & Setting of the Gospel Tradition

TH601 Knowledge of God

SMP62 Preaching for Today's Church

OT502 From Israel to Judea

NT502 Early New Testament Church TH602 Doctrine of God and Work of Christ

IN650 Integrative Project (4,000 words)

C201 Biblical Theology

C57 NT Exegesis: Mark

C143 Introduction to Christian Ethics

C185 NT Exegesis: Hebrews

C557 OT Exegesis: Psalms

C106 Introduction to Evangelism


Second Year

 

Semester One

Semester Two

700 Level electives (16cp)

 

 

 

700 Level elective(s) (8cp)

IN791 Integrative Project (8,000 words) (8cp)

 

C138 Expounding Scripture

26 hours of certificate electives from timetable

C493 Introduction to Theology of Mission


Eight credit points of the 700 level electives taken in second year must be from the field of ‘Integrative Studies’ (IN). Some of the electives available are drawn from the list of Master of Arts in Ministry/Theology units

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Introduction

Course Structure


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