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Master of Theological Studies

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

36-Credit master's covering biblical, Historical, Systematic, Moral and pastoral theology.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Theological Studies. Select and apply relevant analytical
Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.

Career outcomes

Program Coordinator
Administrative Officer
Research Assistant
Operations Assistant
Project Assistant

Curriculum

36 Credit hours
Mostly in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies
With a programme proposal approved by the director of graduate studies and a 3.0 GPA required to graduate
Study covers biblical
Historical
Systematic
Moral and pastoral theology
Especially Roman Catholic tradition.

Entry requirements

Academic

Four-year honours bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field with a minimum average that varies by programme (commonly 75% to 78%
At least 75% overall is the published institutional minimum)
Programme-specific documents (statement
References
Résumé) and
For thesis programmes
Research fit with a supervisor.

Accepted academic background

Four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field, Program-specific documents (statement, References, Work samples), Supervisor/research fit for thesis programs

Language tests

IELTS 7.0
TOEFL iBT 4.5
PTE Academic 63
Cambridge 185
Institutional test EFAS 75%
IELTS 7

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
English Language Test Results

How to apply

Review the graduate programme admission criteria and application dates. Complete the online graduate application on the official university website. Upload the required academic qualifications and programme-specific supporting documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$26,147 CAD
Application fee	$150 CAD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Waterloo (Conrad Grebel University College)
Faculty or school	Conrad Grebel University College
Department	Theological Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Full-time,Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	Research graduate students may qualify for Waterloo graduate awards and international funding, subject to the specific award, discipline and applicant conditions.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.