Institute Of Theology

Regulations for a Postgraduate Diploma in Theology

Educational Aims Of Programme

On completion of studies each student on the postgraduate Diploma programme is expected to have

1. either developed a specialised understanding of a theological area chosen under the guidance of a supervisor, or developed a wider spectrum of theological study; and
2. demonstrated evidence of wide and independent reading;

Criteria For Admission (Subject Specific Requirements) To Programme

Applicants for admission must hold either (a) a 2:1 honours degree or above from a recognised institution where Theology and Divinity are the main subject area, or (b) a 2:1 honours degree in a subject other than Theology/Divinity, and the QUB Graduate Diploma in Theology with a pass mark of 60% or above in each module. For overseas students a 2:1 honours degree is equivalent to a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher from an accredited institution. Where appropriate, applicants will also require an IELTS score of 6.5 or above.

Additional Relevant Information

Students are enrolled as members of Queen's University Belfast, but all teaching of Theology pathways is carried out through the constituent Theological Colleges.

Programme Structure, Levels, Modules and Credits

Programme structure, levels, modules and credits

Candidates who wish to specialise in an approved subject area, must select all of their four taught modules from Group A. The content of Group A modules must be agreed in consultation with an approved supervisor and will be subject to formal endorsement by the Theology Postgraduate Research Committee. Candidates who do not wish to specialise in a single area but who wish to obtain a broader knowledge of Divinity, must select all of their four taught modules from Groups B-D. This option is not available to those who already hold a primary degree in Theology/Divinity. In certain circumstances, and with the permission of the Director, THE7000 (Research Study Skills) may be taken instead of THE7001.

GROUP A SPECIALIST MODULES

THE7001	Master of Theology: Module 1
THE7002	Master of Theology: Module 2
THE7003	Master of Theology: Module 3
THE7004	Master of Theology: Module 4

GROUP B BIBLICAL STUDIES

THE7051	The Old Testament Pentateuch and writings (OT7b)
THE7052	The Old Testament: Theology, History and Prophecy (OT7c)

THE7053	New Testament Pauline Theology with set texts (NT7b)
THE7054	New Testament Johannine Literature and Hebrews (NT7c)
THE7064	The Corinthian Correspondence
THE7057	Advanced Hebrew (Hebrew 7)
THE7060	Hebrew & Aramaic Texts (Daniel and Ezra)
THE7063	The Greek of the New Testament and Hellenistic Judaism
THE7061	Syriac with set texts

GROUP C SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY/CHURCH HISTORY

THE7062	Early Church History
THE7065	Eighteenth Century Church History
THE7055	Sixteenth-century Church History (CH7b)
THE7056	Irish Church History (CH7c)
THE7066	Twentieth Century Church History
THE7058	Key Doctrines (ST7c)
THE7059	Modern Theology (ST7b)

GROUP D PRACTICAL THEOLOGY

THE0768	Missiology
THE7069	The Theology and Practice of Pastoral Care
THE7070	Reconciliation Studies

Awards, Credits and Progression of Learning Outcomes

Examinations

For modules THE7001-THE7004 assessment will normally be by 100% coursework (3 assignments of 3,000 words each).

For modules in Groups B-D, assessment will normally be by coursework (2 assignments of 3,000 words each) and by one seminar presentation.

The pass mark for each module on the programme shall be 50%.

No re-sits will be available except on medical grounds.