Master of Religious Education

School of Education

Are you a career-focused educator with practical experience and an interest in Religious Education? The University of Notre Dame Australia's Master of Religious Education will expand your career choices and give you an in-depth knowledge of Catholic theology while further developing your religious skills and qualifications. With flexible study options, this one-year postgraduate degree could be your career boost. Get in touch today to find out more.

Flexible, well-structured and contemporary in its focus, this Master of Religious Education program appeals to experienced teachers who wish to gain a solid theological and educational grounding to become religious educators and school leaders.

The degree, which consists of eight courses, can be completed in one year of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study. Classes are available in a mix of modes: Intensive (during school holidays), Semi-intensive (four Saturdays over a semester) and online. The study can be done entirely in external/online mode if this is more suitable.

The Master of Religious Education is designed to provide you with the maximum flexibility to choose subjects that interest you. In addition to the four core Religious Education and Theology courses, you are free to choose four electives from these disciplines. The range of available courses is extensive so please consult the School of Education for further information.

With a Master of Religious Education, your career options include teaching religious studies in Australia as a Primary or Secondary School teacher in Catholic, Independent and Government schools, depending on your teaching qualification.

• Applied Research Methods in Education
• One Religious Education course
• One Theology course
• Five Specialisation courses

For a list of courses available please see Schedule of Courses.

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.