Online Theology Honours Degree :: Accredited Universities

CSU’s Bachelor of Theology (Honours) is designed to develop advanced research skills in theology and is a stepping stone to doctoral level research.

Why study this course?

CSU’s Bachelor of Theology (Honours) offers extensive supervision, a vibrant research culture and opportunities to present your work in progress and publish your findings. The course consists of a core subject (16 credit points), an elective (16 credit points) and a dissertation of 15,000 to 20,000 words (32 credit points).

Across the degree you will learn to work under supervision and take up research in a specialised theological field. You will develop skills in theological methods, literature reviews, cogent and sustained argument, and clear, precise writing.

The course is distinguished by its concentration on developing your research capacity under close tutelage by highly competent and dedicated supervisors. It is supported by excellent library facilities.

Entry Requirements

Applicants to this course must have achieved either of the following:

Been awarded or eligible to graduate with CSU's Bachelor of Theology

A comparable degree from CSU or another institution

and

Attained grades of credit or better in the Level 2 and Level 3 subjects.

Acceptance into the program will be subject to the approval of the Course Coordinator and is at the discretion of the Head of the School of Theology.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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CSU's Master of Theology (Honours) course offers students the opportunity to undertake a thesis by research in the Faculty's priority areas of New Testament studies, church history, theology, or mission and pastoral studies.

The research will show awareness of contemporary debate and result in a distinct contribution to theological knowledge.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should hold:

a Master of Theology from Charles Sturt University with a Distinction average plus evidence of research; or

a Bachelor of Theology (Honours) with Class 1 or Class 2 Division 1 from Charles Sturt University; or

an award from another accredited tertiary institution, accepted by the Board of Graduate Studies as equivalent to one of the above awards, and/or have demonstrated in study or professional performance the potential to undertake research at Master degree level.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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Christian & Religious Studies is a part-time distance programme of courses designed for those who are training for roles in the Church and those who have a general interest in religious questions.

Credits for year three are made up of 90 credit points from DR/RS/KL courses of choice at level three or above and must include the Special Paper, plus 30 credit points of choice, as agreed upon by the adviser of studies.

Credits for year four are made up of 90 credit points from DR/RS/KL courses of choice at level four, and must include the Dissertation, plus 30 credit points of choice, as agreed upon by the adviser of studies.

Entry Requirements

As part of its commitment to widening access to higher education, the University of Aberdeen offers a bridge to degree level study through a part-time Access to Degree Studies Programme. Applications are welcome from both school leavers and mature students.

As well as being aimed at those with few or no qualifications who wish to gain entry to undergraduate study. it is also a route back into learning for those who require to top up qualifications or are planning to make a career change.

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CSU's Master of Arts (Honours) is a research program applicable across a wide variety of disciplines, wherein the student, with the aid of a supervisory team, will develop a proposal and undertake focused research culminating with the submission of a thesis.

Priority areas for the Master of Arts (Honours) by research and thesis include Australian history, Australian literature, communication and culture, drama, fine arts, justice studies and police studies, professional and applied ethics, psychology, sociology, rural social studies, social work, social welfare and social policy, and theology.

Entry Requirements

An applicant for admission to candidature for a Master degree by research shall normally have either:

qualified with the award of a Bachelor degree with Class 1 or Class 2 (Division 1) Honours from Charles Sturt University or an award accepted as equivalent;

or

qualified with the award of a Graduate Diploma equivalent to a fourth year of academic study from Charles Sturt University or an award accepted as equivalent containing a research component with a minimum of a Distinction average overall and a Distinction for the research component;

or

successfully completed a coursework master degree from Charles Sturt University or an award accepted as equivalent; with a Distinction average overall and a Distinction for the research component;

or

have demonstrated in scholarship or professional performance, potential to undertake research at the Master level. (In such cases the applicant must supply a justification for entry to the Master program and supporting evidence).

Applications with the area of research interest clearly stated can be lodged at any time within the academic year.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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