Language of this entry |
English (UK, International) |
Name of Programme / Training Resource |
Master of Theology |
Type of Training |
Individual standalone programme |
Reference Number |
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Description |
The GWC Master’s degree deepens and enriches your knowledge in a specialty area that you choose. It gives you a cutting-edge knowledge of a particular field and equips you for leadership as a specialist in the church and in broader society. Many people choose to study a Master’s as part of ongoing professional education, enriching their work and opening doors for new opportunities. Others use it to prepare for teaching or writing ministries, preparing the way for PhD study. |
Keywords |
Masters
Postgraduate
Research |
Languages Programme Available in |
English (UK, International) |
Other Languages |
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Country and region where programme is available |
South Africa / Western Cape |
Area of Ministry and Focus |
Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Preaching and Communication Skills; Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages |
Residential/Non Residential |
Mixed |
Full-time or Part-time |
Full-time |
Level |
Degree |
Cost Range |
US$100,000 or more |
Actual Cost |
ZAR 35000 per year |
Bursaries/scholarships available |
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Actual Length |
1 - 2 years |
Average hours of study per week |
44 |
Methods of instruction |
Programme includes regular chapel services, fellowship groups, etc. A ministry placement at a local church is a requirement. Tuition methods vary but usually include group meetings and presentations. Research for the mini-dissertation is done under supervision. |
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) |
70 |
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) |
20 |
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). |
10 |
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) |
10 |
Prerequisite Programmes |
GWC BThHons degree (or equivalent as determined by the Faculty Board). |
Other Prerequisites |
International applicants require an evaluation of their highest qualification from the SA Qualifications Authority; as well as proof of English language proficiency through the IELTS test (6.5 overall and 6.0 for the written element) or TOEFL (computerised 232/575; internet based 90/91). Applications for exemption from the testing can be made (with appropriate motivation) to the Faculty Board, whose decision is final. Further details may be obtained from the Assistant Registrar. |
Qualifications gained |
Master of Theology |
Qualifications this programme is part of |
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Programme Accredited by |
Other Accreditation (see below) |
Other Accrediting Bodies |
South African Council on Higher Education |