University of Pretoria - Faculty of Theology and Religion
MTh (Biblical Studies) (New Testament and Related Literature)
Pretoria, South Africa
Master degree
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The MTh (Biblical Studies) (New Testament and Related Literature) at the Faculty of Theology and Religion, University of Pretoria, provides master's-level theological specialisation and research for students with a four-year BDiv, a BThHons, or an equivalent qualification. The chosen discipline must align with the major from the preceding degree. The Faculty promotes community engagement and addresses decolonization, Africanisation, and inclusivity; teaching uses critical thinking, participatory and hybrid learning, alternative assessment, and educational technology.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue theological research, teaching in seminaries or universities, church leadership and pastoral ministry, scripture translation and interpretation, or roles in faith-based NGOs.
This program offers students with a four-year BDiv, a BThHons or equivalent qualification, the opportunity of theological specialisation and research at master's level.
The theological discipline that is selected must correlate with the major or one of the majors of the preceding degree if its curricular structure provides for majors.
Fundamental modules
Dissertation: New Testament and Related Literature 890
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.