Course overview
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.
Course record
CRICOS
01037A
Studies in Australia
Source: Studies in Australia course page. Course page URL: https://www.studiesinaustralia.com/courses-in-australia/university-of-divinity/courses/master-of-philosophy.
Entry requirements
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
Postgraduate entry
- 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
- 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. 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.
Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- Catholic Theological College
- Pilgrim Theological College
- St Athanasius College
- St Barnabas College
- St Francis College
- Trinity College
- Uniting College for Leadership and Theology
- Whitley College
- Yarra Theological Union

