MTh Biblical Interpretation

This is a taught Masters programme, orgainsed on a seminar basis and validated by the University of Aberdeen. Students explore the challenges of Biblical interpretation, in particular in the light of new developments in the area of hermeneutics. This includes developments in both Western thinking and in that emerging from various parts of the non-Western world. The goal of the programme is to enable students to unlock the transforming potential of Biblical texts in various contemporary contexts.

Over the year, students take six taught courses and then write a 15-20,000 word dissertation in an area of their own choosing, related to Biblical interpretation. Teaching takes place in intensive blocks of one or two days per month per course, making the programme accessible to those who wish to study part-time while still involved in ministry. The programme can be taken full-time in one year, or part-time over two or three years.

It is designed to be relevant and stimulating for those involved in pastoral, preaching and lecturing ministries, and also to serve as a preparation for further postgraduate study.

* Elective courses normally run every year depending on demand - students choose at least one course from Group A and Group B, and three in total

The MTh programme is normally available to those with an honours degree in theology, biblical studies or another relevant discipline.  For more details about entry requirements click here.

Bursary provision

In order to help ministers and others who may wish to take the programme part-time while continuing to engage in ministry, the college offers some bursary support. These bursaries are worth 50% of the fees for the first year of the two or three years it takes to complete the programme if studying part-time. They are intended for ministers and pastors but others who are interested may apply. Preference will be given to bursary applications received by 30th June each year.

Awards

Students who complete the three taught core courses will be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate.

Students who complete six taught courses will be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma.

To qualify for the award of Master of Theology, students who have successfully completed six taught courses will write a 15 - 20,000 word dissertation.

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