Master of Chaplaincy
Murdoch University
About
Caring for the spiritual needs of people in a variety of life situations has become increasingly important in contemporary society.
As a result, chaplains are now found in schools, hospitals, prisons, aged care, and many workplaces.
This qualification provides you with an academic and practical foundation for meeting the challenges of working as a chaplain across a range of contexts.You will also have the opportunity to conduct in-depth research on a specialised area of interest.
Main research areas include spirituality, pastoral care, rituals, religious and cultural demographics, ethics, and theological foundations.Not all students who study chaplaincy are religious themselves;
all you need is an inquiring mind and passion to learn more about the significance and impact of religion in the world around us.4 reasons to study a Master of Chaplaincy at MurdochGain the practical foundation for meeting the challenges of working as a chaplain across a range of contexts.
Have the opportunity to conduct in-depth research on a specialised area of interest.
Classes are taught by internationally-recognised experts and researchers in their respective fields.
Flexible study options:
Study full-time or part-time, in internal and external modes.Develop your skillsBuild essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals.
Topics you’ll cover include:spirituality pastoral care dynamics of cultural diversity in the workplace and the community Old and New Testament studies chaplaincy in theory and practice.Your careerAs a graduate of this course, you will be attractive to potential employers due to having experienced the breadth of a university degree.
This course will enhance your qualifications and open opportunities for you to work as a chaplain in schools, hospitals, prisons, aged care and a variety of other work places.Careers could include:School Chaplain Religious Education Teacher.
Structure
Course Core 48 credit points
Required Units 33 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| THE505 | Introduction to Theology | 3 |
| THE528 | Spirituality | 3 |
| THE512 | Pastoral Practicum | 3 |
| THE624 | Ethics | 3 |
| THE627 | Understanding Religion in Australian Society | 3 |
| THE645 | Pastoral Care | 3 |
| ART604 | Advanced Research Methods | 3 |
| ART610 | Masters by Coursework Research Dissertation | 12 |
Specified Elective Units 15 credit points
Specified Elective Units Group 1 3 credit points
Required Units 3 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| EDN546 | Dynamics of Cultural Diversity in the Workplace and the Community | 3 |
Specified Elective Units 15 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| THE626 | Advanced Pastoral Practicum | 3 |
| OR | ||
| THE506 | Old Testament and its World | 3 |
| OR | ||
| COD545 | Community Development Theory and Practice | 3 |
| OR | ||
| THE507 | New Testament and its World | 3 |
| OR | ||
| THE509 | Turning Points in Church History | 3 |
| OR | ||
| THE510 | Emerging Christian Theology: The Creeds (100-500 CE) | 3 |
Specified Elective Units - Group 2 3 credit points
Required Units 3 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU616 | Teaching, Learning and Working in Culturally Diverse Environments | 3 |
Specified Elective Units 15 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| THE626 | Advanced Pastoral Practicum | 3 |
| OR | ||
| THE506 | Old Testament and its World | 3 |
| OR | ||
| COD545 | Community Development Theory and Practice | 3 |
| OR | ||
| THE507 | New Testament and its World | 3 |
| OR | ||
| THE509 | Turning Points in Church History | 3 |
| OR | ||
| THE510 | Emerging Christian Theology: The Creeds (100-500 CE) | 3 |
Entry requirements
Advanced Standing
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
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