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 (BTh) 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.
• Course credit may be available and is assessed in terms of the Academic Credit Policy, located on the Moore Policy website, and the Australian Qualifications Framework, Qualifications Pathways Policy.

• Fees are charged by unit or period of supervision.
• Fees can be paid upfront or via FEE-HELP (for eligible students).
• Graduate Certificate of Anglican Ministry fees and census dates.
• Master of Arts (Theology) fees and census dates.
• Master of Theology fees and census dates.
• Doctor of Philosophy fees and census dates.
• Cross institutional students enrolling in Moore College MA (Theology) units for credit towards an Australian College of Theology (ACTh) masters pay normal Moore College fees. No other fees are payable to the ACTh for such units.

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 communities.

Moore College welcomes international students into its full-time courses.  The College does not use recruitment agents.

• The academic year commences at the beginning of February and concludes at the end of November.
• There are no mid-year intakes for overseas students studying undergraduate courses.
• Postgraduate students may commence their course at other times.

Details regarding academic admission requirements for international students, see International Students.

2023 Units

SEMESTER 1 – REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 1 FEBRUARY 2023

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

Biblical Studies
Lecturer: Matthew Jensen
22-24 February 9am – 3pm; 26 – 28 April 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.

BS520 Life, Love & Longing: Ecclesiastes & Song Of Songs (Heb)

Biblical Studies
Lecturer: George Athas/Kamina Wüst
13-15 March 12.10pm – 6pm; 15-17 May 12.10pm – 6pm

Taking due account of the linguistic, literary and theological characteristics of the canonical books of Ecclesiastes and Song of Songs, this unit will explore the contribution of this part of Scripture to the biblical wisdom tradition. Class discussion topics will include the philosophical perspective and apparent ‘unorthodoxy’ of Qohelet and the ‘argument’ of Ecclesiastes in the light of Biblical Theology as well as critical engagement with feminist interpretations of Song of Songs and a consideration of the book’s contribution to human sexuality.

CM514 Christian Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts

Christian Ministry
Lecturer: Simon Gillham
3-5 April 12.10pm – 6pm; 29-31 May 12.10pm – 6pm

The Lord Jesus lived, died, and rose again to “ransom people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation”. This unit addresses the challenges and opportunities associated with Christian ministry in culturally diverse contexts, this side of glory. Students will explore questions of ethnicity, identity, and cross-cultural sensitivity, with a particular emphasis on how multi-ethnicity shapes local church ministry.

CT598 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 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 CLOSE 1 JULY 2023

BS559 States and Origins: Investigating the Johannine Letters (Greek)

Biblical Studies
Lecturer: Matthew Jensen
19-21 July 9am – 3pm; 20-22 September 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.

BS545 Engaging with Romans (Greek)

Biblical Studies
Lecturer: Lionel Windsor
14-16 August 12.10pm – 6pm; 16-18 October 12.10pm – 6pm

This MA unit will give a deeper awareness of key issues in the interpretation of this central Pauline epistle. Through its focus on the Greek text, it will assist in the development of exegetical skills to a high level. The unit relates to other units in the subject area by contributing to the development of a robust New Testament theology through in-depth analysis of Romans. The unit will assist in the development of the ability to continue self-directed learning, ongoing reflection and skill development in the context of Christian ministry.

CT510 “The Lord Who is the Spirit”: Speaking of the Holy Spirit in the Reformed Tradition

Christian Thought
Lecturer: David Höhne
21-23 August 12.10pm – 6pm; 30 October-1 November 12.10pm – 6pm

This unit will enable students to build on the theology units studied in the undergraduate program in order to engage critically and at an advanced level with contemporary reflection on the Person and work of the Holy Spirit. It develops skills of integration as the disciplines of biblical studies and systematic theology are brought together under the impress of contemporary issues in  pneumatology. Key classic and contemporary contributions to the discussion about a Christian doctrine of the Spirit are analysed and evaluated in depth.

Biblical Studies

BS503 Exodus (English)
BS518 Sense & Seduction: The Book of Proverbs in Christian Life & Ministry (English)
BS525 Jeremiah (Hebrew)
BS548 Galatians (Greek)
BS547 2 Corinthians (Greek)
BS553 The Thessalonian Correspondence (Greek)
BS558 Epistles of Peter (Greek)
BS559 John’s Letters (Greek)
BS565 Exegetical Analysis of NT Passages Concerning Sex (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