The MA (Theol) consists of eight units of study, of which six must be coursework units. The remaining two units may be:

• two further coursework units
• one coursework unit and one project (8,000 words)
• two projects (8,000 words each)
• one research project (15,000 words) – equivalent to two units.

All work undertaken in the program is to be based on a solid foundation of exegetical skills. Accordingly, all students must select at least one unit dealing with a book of the Bible in the original language.

Coursework units are chosen from the three mutually dependent fields of study:

• Biblical Studies (New Testament, Old Testament, Biblical Theology)
• Christian Thought (Systematic Theology, Historical Theology, Church History, Ethics)
• Christian Ministry (Mission, Professional Supervision, Christian Worship).

Students are required to complete at least four units from one field (the chosen field of specification) and at least one unit from each of the other fields to ensure breadth and depth in their program.

• Most units in this program are offered in intensive mode in two, three day blocks.
• At least four units are offered each semester, with one involving the book of the Bible in the original language.

• The Moore College Bachelor of Divinity (BD) or Bachelor of Theology/Master of Theology (Coursework) (BTh/ThM) or
• A bachelor’s degree in theology from an approved college affiliated with the Australian College of Theology (ACTh). The degree must include study of the Greek text of the New Testament at Level III, that is, study over three years amounting to approximately 200 verses of the Greek New Testament and Theology studies at Level III or
• Possession of a qualification of an equivalent standard.
• Applicants with a three-year theology degree are required to have at least one year of ministry experience before enrolling in this course.

Those whose first language is not English, or who have not completed a degree in English, are required to present a certified copy of an IELTS score of at least 7.5 in all categories of the academic test. TOEFL scores are also accepted.

• Applicants who have completed a four year BD (pass level) may be admitted with advanced standing of two units towards the degree.
• Applicants who have completed a four year BD (Honours) may be admitted with advanced standing of three units towards this degree.
• Applicants who have completed research projects towards the MTh but who withdraw from the course without the completion of the thesis may be granted admission with advanced standing of one MA (Theol) unit towards the degree for each research project.  This is over and above any advanced standing that may be granted from their BD (Honours) degree.
• ThM graduates at pass level may proceed to the College’s MA (Theology) and receive advanced standing equivalent to two units. ThM graduates with Merit or Distinction may proceed to the MA (Theology) with advanced standing equivalent to three units.
• Course credit may be available and is assessed in terms of the Academic Credit Policy, located on the Moore Policy page, and the Australian Qualifications Framework, Qualifications Pathways Policy.

Please refer to Bursaries and Scholarships for more information.

Fees are charged by unit or period of supervision.

• Unit Fees and Census Dates for Graduate Certificate of Ministry Development
• Unit Fees and Census Dates for Graduate Certificate of Anglican Ministry
• Unit Fees and Census Dates for Master of Arts (Theology)
• Unit Fees and Census Dates for Master of Theology
• Unit Fees and Census Dates for Doctor of Philosophy

Fees can be paid upfront or via FEE-HELP (for eligible students).

Moore College recognises Indigenous Australians as traditional custodians of this land under God’s good hand and is committed to seeing the work of the gospel thrive among Indigenous Australian communities. The Indigenous Australian Students page includes additional information for Indigenous Australian students about admissions, available academic and wellbeing support, accommodation assistance, and Indigenous Australian student scholarships.

2026 Units

SEMESTER 1 – REGISTRATIONS (for enrolled students) CLOSE 1 FEBRUARY 2026

BS559 Johannine Letters (Greek)

Biblical Studies
Lecturer: Matthew Jensen
25-27 February 9am – 3pm; 22-24 April 9am – 3pm

Engaging with contemporary discussion regarding questions of authorship, audience, life-setting, purpose and provenance of the Johannine letters. You will be provided with a solid basis for more effective communication of the message of John’s letters, covering themes of Christology, eschatology, pneumatology, soteriology and the conservation of tradition.

BS533 Understanding Ezekiel in its Canonical Context (Heb/Eng)

Biblical Studies
Lecturer: Paul Williamson
2-4 March 12.10pm – 6pm; 4-6 May 12.10pm – 6pm

Ezekiel (both the prophet and the book) has received a lot of bad press. For some, the prophet betrays clear signs of PTSD or another mental ailment; others dismiss him as a mystic, a misogynist, or even a porno-prophet. His legacy—the book that bears his name—is often considered too repetitious or inaccessible. Regrettably, it is best known in popular culture as the source of the oft-repeated ‘biblical quotation’ in the movie, Pulp Fiction. But this book is about much more than divine vengeance. Its overarching message of judgement and hope is just as relevant today as in the 6th century BC. Ezekiel addresses a context of social upheaval, political turmoil, and spiritual confusion, emphasising not only the necessity of divine judgment, but also the reality of future hope. In short, this is an OT book for such a time as this. This MA unit will cater for both Hebraists and non-Hebraists, who will work both individually and collaboratively to ensure a much greater appreciation of Ezekiel and its ongoing relevance.

CT598/599 Project (Semesters 1 & 2)

A one semester project of 8,000 words from within one of the three streams of Biblical Studies, Christian Thought or Christian Ministry. Proposals should be submitted at least two months prior to the intended time of commencement of research. The Project is open to MA (Theol) candidates who have complete at least 4 units with an average of 72.5% or greater.

CT594/595 Research Project (Semesters 1 & 2)

A sustained piece of research of 15,000 words under the direction of a faculty adviser appointed by the College over two semesters. Proposals should be submitted at least two months prior to the intended time of commencement of research. The Research Project is normally undertaken by students seeking to demonstrate independent research skills, often with a view to pursuing a higher research degree in the future. The Research Project is open to MA (Theol) candidates who have completed at least 6 units with an average of 72.5% or greater.

SEMESTER 2 – REGISTRATIONS (for enrolled students) CLOSE 1 JULY 2026

BS593 Biblical Theology of the New Testament: Israel and The Nations in the Plans of God (Greek)

Biblical Studies
Lecturer: Matthew Jensen
1-3 July 9am – 3pm; 2-4 September 9am – 3pm

Israel and the Nations in the Plan of God (New Testament Biblical Theology) examines the relationship between Jew and Gentile as a result of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Does the modern church replace Israel in God’s plan or is there still some place for Israel? The subject investigates the mission of the apostles to the nations and aims to build a paradigm for interpreting the New Testament in light of the Gospel and Biblical Theology. A must for all interested in how the New Testament presents the gospel as fulfilling Old Testament expectation.

CT501 Confessing Christ

Christian Thought
Lecturer: Andrew Leslie
20-22 July 12.10pm – 6pm; 7-9 September 12.10pm – 6pm

The purpose of this unit is to equip students to present a coherent and  persuasive account of the person of Christ which is transparently rooted in the teaching of the Bible and builds upon critical and creative engagement with challenges and proposals made in the past two thousand years.

BS565 Exegesis of NT Passages Concerning Sex (Greek)

Biblical Studies
Lecturer: Philip Kern
10-12 August 12.10pm – 6pm; 12-14 October 12.10pm – 6pm

This unit will identify and exegete at an advanced level NT passages related to sex. Investigations will include engagement with the Greek of the LXX and may, depending on choice and interests, include texts that interact with the Hebrew OT, especially the Mishna. By building inductively, the unit will aim to provide a deeper understanding of specific passages and the exegetical issues surrounding them as a preliminary to pastoral engagement with individuals and societal concerns. Recent rereadings of these passages will be critically assessed.

Biblical Studies

BS503 Exodus (English)
BS518 Sense & Seduction: The Book of Proverbs in Christian Life & Ministry (English)
BS520 Life, Love & Longing: Ecclesiastes & Song Of Songs (Heb)
BS525 Jeremiah (Hebrew)
BS545 Engaging with Romans (Greek)
BS547 2 Corinthians (Greek)
BS548 Galatians (Greek)
BS553 The Thessalonian Correspondence (Greek)
BS558 Epistles of Peter (Greek)
BS559 States and Origins: Investigating the Johannine Letters (Greek)
BS565 Exegetical Analysis of NT Passages Concerning Sex (Greek)
BS593 Israel and the Nations in the Plan of God: New Testament Biblical Theology (Greek)

Christian Thought

CT508 Justification By Faith
CT510 “The Lord who is the Spirit”: Speaking of the Holy Spirit in the Reformed Tradition
CT511 “As it is in Heaven”: Living towards the fatherhood of God
CT515 Puritans
CT519 21st Century Church
CT523 Reformed Greats
CT528 After Darkness, Light: Doing Theology with the Reformers
CT541 God, the World, and Goodness: The Theology of Ethics
CT545 Public Theology
CT551 Contemporary Apologetics

Christian Ministry

CM510 Worship & Congregational Ministry
CM514 Christian Ministry in Culturally Diverse Context
CM515 Pastoral Consideration of Sexual identity and Orientation
CM518 Turnaround Churches
CM519 21st Century Church
CM520 History of Preaching
CM555 Engaging Islam

MA (Theol) graduates may apply to the College’s Master of Theology (Research) (MTh) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) course.

Students that complete four units of the MA (Theol) may be eligible to exit early and graduate with a Graduate Certificate of Theology (CRICOS: 111613C).