Academic Higher Education / Undergraduate Awards

Master of Pastoral and Spiritual Care

Duration

2 years full-time, up to 6 years part-time

Modes of Study

Classroom, Mixed, Online

Start Date

February, July

Fees

University of Divinity accredited awards attract fees. To view the University of Divinity tuition fees for 2024 visit https://divinity.edu.au/documents/university-of-divinity-tuition-fees-2024/

Students may apply for Commonwealth support for study through the Fee Help. More information may be found by following the link: https://www.studyassist.gov.au/help-loans/fee-help

Overview

The Master of Pastoral and Spiritual Care enables students to apply an advanced body of knowledge and skill in pastoral care in relation to broader theological studies. Students broaden their knowledge and skills and deepen their engagement with select areas of study to prepare themselves for professional practice and further learning.

Course Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Pastoral and Spiritual Care:

have advanced knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required in pastoral care, and of the relation of pastoral care to broader theological studies
have mastery of research principles and methods, including analytical skills applicable to pastoral care
have advanced skills of interpretation and critical reflection on a range of approaches and methodologies in pastoral care, with awareness of implications and application to contemporary issues in professional ministry, in order to generate and evaluate ideas for professional practice and further learning
articulate and communicate knowledge and insights in pastoral care to specialist and non-specialist audiences
apply relevant skills in pastoral care through the execution of a substantial research-based project, capstone experience or piece of scholarship.

How Do I Apply?

For application enquiries please contact us via email registrar@sbc.edu.au

About St. Barnabas College

St Barnabas College is part of the Anglican Diocese of Adelaide, serving the educational needs of the Diocese and the Province of South Australia.

We deliver high quality undergraduate and postgraduate theological education, equipping clergy, laity, and ordination candidates for ministry in the church and for Christian life in the world.