Program Overview
The Master of Arts at Alphacrucis University College is a postgraduate program that equips graduates with advanced knowledge in faith-based theology, leadership, and contextual studies. The program offers a range of elective subjects and capstone options, allowing students to tailor their studies to their career aspirations. Graduates may find employment in ministries, non-profit organizations, and other roles requiring research and critical thinking skills. The program also provides a pathway to doctoral studies for high-achieving graduates.
Program Outline
The program expands its offerings beyond the College's established areas of expertise to include broader subjects like history and communication, aiming to provide graduates with an advanced body of knowledge and professional skills for various contexts.
Outline:
Program Structure:
- The current structure (applicable from Semester 1, 2024 onwards) involves three semesters.
- Each semester comprises four subjects:
- 10 credit points of core subjects
- 100 credit points of elective subjects
- 10 credit points of capstone subjects (or 20 credit points for a research-focused capstone)
- To qualify for the degree, students must accumulate 120 credit points, including completion of the core subjects.
Subjects:
- Core Subjects:
- ACA401 Faith and Purpose
- Elective Subjects:
- 10 subjects (or 9 subjects for students undertaking RES501) chosen from accredited Level 8 and 9 subjects:
- 70 credit points at 400 level or above
- 30 credit points at 500 level or above
- Students undertaking RES501 complete 20 credit points at 500 level or above
- Capstone Subjects:
- Choose one of the following:
- RES500 Independent Guided Research (10 credit points)
- RES501 Research Project (20 credit points)
Careers:
- Career Opportunities:
- Graduates may find employment in ministries, churches, non-profit organizations, social service roles, and positions requiring research and critical thinking
- Potential Career Paths:
- Senior Pastor
- Cross-Cultural Ministry Worker
- Church Relations Manager
- NGO Communications Manager
- Further Studies:
- The MA can pave the way for doctoral studies for graduates achieving high academic performance.
Other:
- Pathway to Research:
- Students pursuing a research degree must complete a research project of at least 12,000 words.
- Alumni Story:
- A graduate testimonial highlighting the positive impact of the program.
- Work-integrated Learning:
- Not required for the MA degree, but students can choose to complete a professional practice subject with an approved workplace.
- Student Services:
