MIN744 Doctoral Thesis in Ministry FT (128)

This is the research subject for the Doctor of Ministry. The subject of the thesis will concentrate on one field of the professional practice of ministry. In consultation with an approved supervisor the candidate will develop and refine the subject for presentation as a thesis, demonstrating a thorough knowledge of the scholarly debate relevant to the field chosen and a capacity for both critical analysis of, and constructive contribution to, that debate. The completed thesis must be a substantial contribution to the professional practice of ministry.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
On Campus
Canberra Campus
United Theological College
Online
Canberra Campus
United Theological College
Session 2 (60)
On Campus
Canberra Campus
United Theological College
Online
Canberra Campus
United Theological College

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: MIN744. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

SY/US

Duration

Four sessions

School

School of Theology

Enrolment Restrictions

Doctor of Ministry candidates only

Assumed Knowledge
(MIN540 or MIN740) and (MIN541 or MIN741) and MIN742 and MIN743
Incompatible Subjects

MIN745, THL706, THL708

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to demonstrate advanced competence in methods of theological research
  • be able to demonstrate a superior understanding of the field of study
  • be able to demonstrate a higher order knowledge of the scholarly debate relevant to the field chosen of investigation
  • be able to demonstrate a higher order skill for both critical analysis of, and constructive contribution to, that debate
  • be able to develop and refine the subject for presentation as a thesis in the professional practice of ministry.
  • be able to demonstrate the originality of the work embodied in the thesis

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

Having selected the topic, students will be guided by the supervisor.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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