Doctorate (PhD)
The Doctor of Theology is a higher degree by research in divinity. The purpose of the Doctor of Theology is to qualify individuals who apply a substantial body of knowledge to research, investigate and develop new knowledge, in one or more areas of investigation, scholarship or professional practice.
To be eligible for admission an applicant must satisfy the Research Committee that he or she has completed one of the following awards at the University of Divinity to the specified standard, or an equivalent award in divinity at another higher education provider recognised by the Academic Board to an equivalent standard:
a) a Masters by research with a 75% average, or where a mark is not available, examiners' reports which indicate to the satisfaction of the Research Committee that the candidate is adequately prepared for doctoral research; or
b) a Masters by coursework with a 75% average; or
c) a Graduate Diploma with a 75% average; or
d) a four year undergraduate degree with Honours with a 75% average.
An applicant must also satisfy the Research Committee that he or she has completed a research essay or thesis of at least 12,000 words graded at or above 75%. The research essay or thesis may have been completed either within one of the awards listed above or as part of another program of study.
Upon admission, the applicant becomes a member of the School of Graduate Research.
Graduates of the Doctor of Theology:
The course of study for the Doctor of Theology consists of:
DTheol candidates present their research in a thesis of not more 100,000 words which is examined by at least two external examiners.