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Theology & Ministry

Fountains Abbey in the autumnProgramme of study

This strand of the MA is built upon the strengths of the Practical Theology research team at York St John University.  The taught modules include advanced study of theology and biblical studies, study of the growing disciplines of ‘ordinary’ theology and ‘ordinary’ hermeneutics, and explorations of contemporary issues in church ministry and mission. The tutors in this strand can offer expertise and specialist support for those doing research modules in these disciplines, as well as more general study in a wide range of Practical and Empirical Theology.

The programme is usually taught on Tuesday evenings, 6:30-8:30, though modules in term 3 are delivered on three Saturdays.

To be eligible for a specialist award in Theology & Ministry, students must complete at least two taught modules (from a choice of six) and a dissertation relevant to the subject. Students who want a more general award may take modules from this strand of the Religion & Public Life strand.

Modules in this strand include:

MTH810: Contemporary Biblical Studies

MTHF10: Ordinary Theology

MTHF30: Church Culture and Mission

MTHB10: Contemporary Approaches to Christian Theology

MTHF20: Ordinary Hermeneutics

MTHF40: Current Issues in Ministry

 

Why study on this strand?

Modules in this strand may appeal to many different sorts of students:

  • Those who have experience in theology or biblical studies who want to explore topics in more depth, or update their knowledge in these fields.
  • Those who are in, or are interested in, Christian ministry and who want to explore particular issues in more detail or develop their professional expertise.
  • Those who might be wanting to teach religious education in schools or higher education, and who would value particular expertise in Christian Theology.
  • Those who have an interest in studying Practical Theology for professional development, or as preparation for research in this area.

Although some qualification in theology is helpful, we do accept people who have studied other subjects at undergraduate level and who have experience in Christian ministry. It is not necessary to be in ministry practice to engage fully with modules in this strand.