Postgraduate

MTH - MASTER OF THEOLOGY

Full-time: 1 year

Part-time: 2 years

Assessment: Thesis of up to 40,000 words and oral examination (viva)

Who is it for?

The degree is aimed at those who have already completed formal theological training - they might be theology graduates, ministers, missionaries, Religious Education teachers, or business people as well as potential PhD students.

It is particularly suitable for those who cannot commit themselves to the regular structure of a taught Master’s course, or to the length of time necessary for a PhD.

Summary

The MTh is a first research degree, combining training in research and writing skills. Candidates for this degree follow a programme of study approved by the Director of Research and write their thesis on an approved topic in one of the major theological disciplines. The thesis must be an independent contribution to knowledge by the discovery of new facts or a distinct critical survey of knowledge. It must be well argued and be appropriately presented with clarity and conciseness of expression. It is possible to transfer to either MPhil or PhD registration with the agreement of the supervisor(s) and the Director of Research.

Why embark on an MTh?

It is an ideal course if you want to dig deep into one particular area rather than exploring the wider variety of questions posed by the MA.

The MTh can provide a chance to reflect in more depth on experience you have had in your job or ministry; and for pastors to address their congregations with necessary expertise and critical judgement.

An MTh provides an excellent apprenticeship in research and research writing for those who wish to progress to a PhD programme. It is also ideal preparation for a future in teaching, writing and pastoral work.

If you’d like to find out more or have an informal discussion, email lisbet.diers@lst.ac.uk.

Recent MTh theses

Bridget Adams, Christ in the Market Place: Developing an Authentically Christian Model of Business Chaplaincy

Heather Churchill, Who am I? A Reflection to the Topic of Personhood from the Disciplines of Theology, Psychology and Neuroscience

Tim Creber, A Dialogue with Nicholas Wolterstorff: An Outline, Assessment and Development of Some Key Aspects of Wolterstorff’s Thought in Relation to Religious Belief and Behaviour

Elizabeth Grove, Women in Islam: Scriptural Perspectives and Modern Arguments

Akhtar Injeeli, Sufism and Military Jihad: A Critique of the Prevailing View of Non-violent and Pacifist Sufism

Jonas Kurlburg, Aspects of Contemporary Free Church Ecclesiology

Kirk Poth, The Significance of the Church’s Prayer Life in Acts and its Role in Paraenesis and Salvation History

Dennis Raj, Christians in Malaysia: A Critical Evaluation of their Religious Rights with Specific Reference to the Islamic Legal Concept of Dhimma

Jo seph Sverker, The Holy Spirit and the icon: a critical consideration of Eastern Orthodox Theology of the icon in relation to Orthodox Pneumatology.

Related Information

MPhil - Master of Philosophy

PhD - Doctor of Philosophy