Master of Theology (Honours) – MTh(Hons)

The Master of Theology (Honours) provides men and women with the opportunity to pursue advanced study by research in a theological discipline. It is designed for those who seek to further their study in the various disciplines in the field of theology for academic, vocational, professional and/or personal reasons. This award also offers training for further research at doctoral level. The Master of Theology (Honours) is available by thesis alone. It provides the opportunity for candidates to embark on a significant piece of research which investigates a theological topic in a systematic and comprehensive manner that is not available in course work programs.

Students who have completed this qualification will be able to:

• acquire a deep understanding of a specific theological problem.
• contribute to public understanding of the theological problem
• employ appropriate methodologies in carrying out their investigation and present their case to the academic community in a sustained argument
• value opportunities to place their research abilities at the service of wider communities