Masters in Theology, Ministry and Mission
Masters in Theology, Ministry and Mission
The MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission provides a grounded and contextualised approach to the exploration of theology and ministry in a variety of settings. Modules cover the intersection between theology, ministry practice and postgraduate research.
The 180 credits can be comprised of six modules at Level 7 plus a dissertation (60 credits), or one 20-credit module at Level 6 and five 20-credit modules at Level 7 plus a dissertation (60 credits). Modules are taught intensively in block weeks (Monday to Wednesday) and in term time over eight weeks, usually once a week or once a fortnight (over two terms).
Please note that there are two compulsory modules: Research and Reflection (20) & Dissertation (60).
Suggested Pathways:
Pathway 1:
Level 7: Research and Reflection(20); Bible & Christian Faith (20); Intersectional Theologies (20); Relationship and Emotional Management (20); Issues in Biblical Theology (20); Advanced Study of a Theological Text (20); Dissertation (60)
Pathway 2:
Level 6: Education for the Learning Church (20)
Level 7: Research and Reflection(20); Bible & Christian Faith (20); Intersectional Theologies (20); Relationship and Emotional Management (20); Issues in Biblical Theology (20); Dissertation (60)
Pathway 3:
Level 6: Theology & Trauma (10); Interfaith Dialogue (10)
Level 7: Research and Reflection(20); Bible & Christian Faith (20); Intersectional Theologies (20); Relationship and Emotional Management (20); Issues in Biblical Theology (20); Dissertation (60)
Module descriptors
Complete descriptions of these modules are available here. All are taught by the teaching staff at Westminster or our colleagues in the wider Cambridge Theological Federation. Often we teach modules together, which creates an exciting ecumenical environment for learning. Class sizes typically vary between 5-25. There is always a wide range of age, backgrounds, and experience in the room, which makes for a very rich learning experience. Face-to-face sessions are a mixture of lecture-style content, seminar-style discussions and small group work. Independent study sessions usually involve watching a video or reading an article and then having the chance to reflect on it.
Progression:
Completion of the MA can provide progression onto Doctorial research.
Cost:
The cost of the MA is £7,000. Bursaries are available.
Apply:
Information about the Admissions process for our various awards is available here. For more information please contact the Tutorial Office (or on 01223 33 06 49).