Master of Arts
Master of Arts
The Master of Arts is designed to provide a general postgraduate-level education. The course draws on the College’s established areas of expertise while expanding the offerings to include general subject areas that are of interest to the students. The purpose of this AQF Level 9 Masters coursework program is to…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Arts is designed to provide a general postgraduate-level education. The course draws on the College’s established areas of expertise while expanding the offerings to include general subject areas that are of interest to the students. The purpose of this AQF Level 9 Masters coursework program is to provide an advanced body of knowledge and professional application for graduates in a variety of contexts.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Do you want to bring a Christian worldview to your career and community? The MA integrates cutting-edge principles in theology, leadership, and contextual studies with Biblical values, to equip professionals like you in all contexts. The course draws on our established areas of expertise while expanding the offerings to general subject areas such as history and communication. The purpose of this program is to provide an advanced body of knowledge and professional application for graduates in a variety of contexts in these key areas of specialisation.
In addition to developing skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills, you will be equipped with advanced knowledge of theory in your area of specialisation and the application of theoretical concepts in practical settings. The MA can also prepare you for further study by inclusion within the structured program of some independent research.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge:
Demonstrated:
- advanced and integrated understanding of key issues and practices within the specialisations of: Chaplaincy; Christian Studies; Discipline Area; or Ministry;
- knowledge of scholarship and recent developments in the area of the specialisations;
- understanding of general research principles and methods, and advanced knowledge of specific research approaches used in the selected disciplinary field.
Skills:
Demonstrated ability to:
- evaluate, synthesise and critically engage the theoretical knowledge in the relevant areas of the study;
- examine a complex problem or issue using appropriate methodologies and theories from the discipline;
- analyse and synthesise ideas and theories from related disciplines;
- design a research question that explores a complex issue and to provide possible solution(s) to the problem raised;
- communicate effectively complex ideas and proposed solutions to peers and general audiences;
- identify and critically evaluate new developments of research and scholarship in the selected disciplinary field.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the Master of Arts may find employment in a ministry or church-based organisation, not-for-profit or mission-focused organisation, community service-oriented position or positions that require skills in research and critical thinking, such as:
Senior Pastor
Cross-Cultural Ministry worker
Church relations manager
NGO Communications Manager
Locations: Fully Online. Some subjects available at Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne and Adelaide campuses
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants with Recent Secondary Education (within the past 2 years)
This course of study requires the completion of a higher education qualification by an authorised institution. Applicants with recent high school education only are not eligible for direct entry into this course.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
This course of study requires the completion of a higher education qualification by an authorised institution. Applicants with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification only are not eligible for direct entry into this course.
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants whose highest level of study enrolment since leaving secondary education is a higher education qualification must demonstrate the completion of an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree (or higher) by an authorised institution for admission into this course.
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
This course of study requires the completion of a higher education qualification by an authorised institution. Applicants who have not completed formal higher education study are not eligible for direct entry into this course.
Language
Overseas students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency skills. Such students admitted into our programs must attain an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.0 (with no score below 6.5 in any of the four skills areas).
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Alphacrucis College (AC) is an educational provider based in Australia- offering courses in ministry & theology, leadership, business, chaplaincy, counselling, teaching and music. AC has highly qualified and experienced faculty, ranking among world-leading researchers in their fields, who combine specialist knowledge with creative and innovative learning experiences.
