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Master of Arts in Theology and Professional Ministry at Spurgeon's College - UCAS

Spurgeon's College

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Spurgeon’s College

Master of Arts in Theology and Professional Ministry (Taught)

Course options

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Course summary

Subject to validation This course is specifically designed for ministerial candidates who come to the process of formation and recognition with prior experience and/or theological study. The aim is to equip students with the necessary skills and reflective ability to function with integrity and competence as recognised Christian ministers within a denominational structure. The programme is mapped to the Baptist Union of Great Britain’s Marks of Ministry Competencies for ministerial recognition but open to students from other denominations as well. Programme Duration Part time taught course or part time distance learning (DL) course over 3 years. Mode of study For those studying on campus in London, they follow a traditional pattern of attendance at college for seminars once a week and attendance at five residential weekends for ministerial formation. For those studying by distance learning, lectures are held on zoom on Friday afternoons in term time via live zoom lectures and attendance at five residential weekends for ministerial formation. Throughout their studies students will attend the weekly postgraduate research seminar (online).

Modules

Both Pathways Essential Skills for Ministry and Mission Intermediate Skills for Ministry and Mission Advanced Skills for Ministry and Mission Pathway 1 Biblical Hermeneutics Optional Unit Denominational Studies Pathway 2 Biblical Hermeneutics Introduction to Christian Theology Denominational Studies Intensives The Skills for Ministry and Mission units are taught over 5 intensive weekends (Saturday and Sunday) per academic year on campus in London. The Saturday runs from 9.30am – 5.30pm; Sunday 9.30 – 4.30pm.


How to apply

International applicants

https://www.spurgeons.ac.uk/international-students

Entry requirements

Pathway 1: For those with a higher education qualification in theology The standard entry requirements are: A degree in Theology or Religious Studies with at least second-class honours of 55% from an approved institution; OR A degree in any subject with at least second-class honours of 55% and an additional qualification from an approved institution at level 4 (Certificate HE) or above, with marks at merit or higher, in Theology or Religious Studies. Pathway 2: For those without a higher education qualification in theology The standard entry requirements are: A degree in any discipline with at least second-class honours of 55% or above from an approved institution; AND Successful completion of an entry assessment. Both pathways Applicants who do not meet the standard entry qualifications, or who do not have a higher education qualification in theology, will be assessed by the submission of a written assignment set by the College (typically a 3000-word essay), evidence of relevant experience, and an interview. The assignment will be marked according to typical criteria for graduate level work, by a member of the College academic staff. Taken together with other evidence and interview, the College will determine whether the applicant has the necessary academic potential for postgraduate study of theology, i.e. competency in theological knowledge, understanding and critical thinking skills.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Sponsorship information

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Master of Arts in Theology and Professional Ministry at Spurgeon's College - UCAS