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Master of Theology at University of the Western Cape

University of the Western Cape, South Africa

Programme overview

Master of Theology (MTh) by thesis (code 6801) in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at UWC, offered full-time and part-time. Students complete a thesis of about 45 000 words based on an approved research proposal.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Thesis modules in Religious Studies (REL801, REL802) or Theological Studies (TST801, TST802), 60 credits each. Students attend departmental supervision, seminars and recommended skills-development courses.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's admission: an Honours degree with an average mark of at least 60%. Applicants with an equivalent qualification, prior learning or relevant experience may be admitted at the discretion of Senate; additional requirements may be set for specific disciplines. Final selection is based on the criteria determined by the Faculty.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://student.uwc.ac.za/

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