Master of Philosophical Studies 72 months Postgraduate Program By University of Divinity |Top Universities
Program Duration

72 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

PhilosophyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Philosophy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

The Master of Philosophical Studies allows students to apply an advanced body of knowledge in philosophy in relation to broader theological studies. Students will extend their knowledge and skills and deepen their engagement with select areas of study to prepare them for professional practice and further learning. Throughout this course, students will acquire advanced knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required in philosophy, and of the relation of philosophy to broader theological studies; gain mastery of methodologies for historical and critical analysis of philosophical texts; gain advanced skills of interpretation and critical reflection in philosophy, with awareness of implications for and applications to historical and contemporary issues and contexts, in order to generate and evaluate ideas for professional practice and further learning; ability to articulate and communicate knowledge and insights in philosophy to specialist and non-specialist audiences; and apply relevant philosophical and hermeneutical skills through the execution of a substantial research-based project, capstone experience or piece of scholarship. This course is only available for domestic students. 

Program overview

Main Subject

Philosophy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

The Master of Philosophical Studies allows students to apply an advanced body of knowledge in philosophy in relation to broader theological studies. Students will extend their knowledge and skills and deepen their engagement with select areas of study to prepare them for professional practice and further learning. Throughout this course, students will acquire advanced knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required in philosophy, and of the relation of philosophy to broader theological studies; gain mastery of methodologies for historical and critical analysis of philosophical texts; gain advanced skills of interpretation and critical reflection in philosophy, with awareness of implications for and applications to historical and contemporary issues and contexts, in order to generate and evaluate ideas for professional practice and further learning; ability to articulate and communicate knowledge and insights in philosophy to specialist and non-specialist audiences; and apply relevant philosophical and hermeneutical skills through the execution of a substantial research-based project, capstone experience or piece of scholarship. This course is only available for domestic students. 

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

79+
6+
58+

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More programs from the university

Teaching at the University of Divinity is structured around four broad fields of study: Humanities, Biblical Studies, Christian Thought & History, and Theology: Mission and Ministry. Depending on the study program you choose, you will study units across these four study areas. A complete list of units can be found on the university’s website.

If you have a degree from another university, a Victorian Certificate of Education, International Baccalaureate or equivalent, you will be eligible to study at undergraduate level. Applicants who have the Victorian Certificate of Education are also eligible to apply for all undergraduate courses. If you don’t meet these requirements, you may be able to apply to enter the Diploma in Theology program in advance of further undergraduate study.


Postgraduate qualifications available from the University of Divinity are listed below. For more information about the applications process, visit the university’s website.

  • Master of Biblical Studies
  • Master of Church History
  • Master of Counselling
  • Master of Divinity
  • Master of Education and Theology
  • Master of Pastoral Care
  • Master of Philosophical Studies
  • Master of Spiritual Direction
  • Master of Spirituality
  • Master of Theological Studies
  • Master of Theology
  • Master of Philosophy
  • Doctor of Philosophy
  • Doctor of Theology

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