Faculty: Theology
Campus: Ekwendeni Campus
Description of the Programme
The Master of Arts in Theology and Gender Studies focuses on deepening knowledge and skills in theology and gender. It aims to foster students’ understanding of the core theological areas whilst showing how these can shape a coherent Christian approach to issues concerning gender justice and equity in Malawi and beyond.
Mode of Delivery and Duration
- The programme will be offered through Coursework and Research, or by Research only.
- Master by Coursework and Research will be done in two years: the first year will be dedicated to coursework, and the second year will be dedicated to research.
- Master by Research will be completed in three years through extensive research work and writing of modules.
Admission Requirements
- Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, or Education (Humanities), or Social and Development Studies with a credit or equivalent fields from an accredited institution.
Entry Qualifications
- Holders of a Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Religious Studies or its equivalent.
- Holders of a Bachelor of Theology from recognized institutions.
- Holders of a Bachelor of Social Science in Development Studies from an accredited institution.
Prerequisites / Knowledge or Entry Behaviour
- Candidates must have a BA or a BTh with a strong pass or a credit, or its equivalent.
- For other consideration, a candidate must demonstrate that he or she can handle a master’s programme relating to Theology and Development Studies.
Exemption of Experiential Learning and Prior Learning
- Candidates who hold a degree other than what is stipulated above may be considered, as long as their transcripts demonstrate that they did some of the courses related to what is offered at postgraduate level.