Your MA in Theology addresses a range of study skills, from the basic tools of reading, writing and reflection to the complex issues of handling tradition and experience and coping as an international student

Zoe Bennett

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Dedication

Acknowledgements

Biographical Information

Introduction

1. What Does it Mean to Study at Taught Master’s Level?

2. Core Study Skills for Master’s Students 1 

3. Core Study Skills for Master’s Students 2

4. Integrating Theory and Practice at Master’s Level 

5. Being Scholarly 

6. Commitment versus Critique 

7. Especially for International Students 

8. Doing your Dissertation

References and Further Resources

Your MA in Theology addresses a range of study skills, from the basic tools of reading, writing and reflection to the complex issues of handling tradition and experience and coping as an international student. Using the library, avoiding plagiarism, and how to get help with specific learning needs are among many practical issues covered. There is a chapter devoted to doing a master's dissertation. The style is accessible throughout, and the needs of students are central. Twenty years of experience in directing postgraduate degrees inform the material offered, which is down to earth and anchored in experience. The book will be useful to teachers of master's degrees in theology as well as to their students.

Doing an MA in Theology is a serious commitment of time and effort. This book will enable you to get the most out that investment leading to personal enrichment as well as academic success. An essential starting point and on-going source of inspiration. -- Helen Cameron Beginning Masters level theological study and wanting to know what you are letting yourself in for? Drawing on her wide experience of postgraduate theology programmes, Zoe Bennett steers her readers through its joys and pitfalls. Whether for crafting skills in reflective practice or developing a thesis proposal, or whether for acquiring a scholarly voice or using library resources well, this is an essential guide for students and staff alike. -- David Allen Giving crystal clear guidance to students starting out to 'master' theology, this book will reassure them about their capacity for the task. It explains what's involved clearly and succinctly, and lays out how to proceed with such calmness and sense of order that the challenge, while not underplayed, appears perfectly manageable. What's expected at master's level, how to rise to it, and the skills and working procedures to develop along the way are all detailed. It is especially helpful about the reflexive and self-implicating character of theological enquiry. The book is itself a model of the kind of good clear writing, research, presentation and exposition that, as a dissertation, would attract a high distinction. It will be a great help to both master's students and teachers. -- James Sweeney In Bennett's office is a poster that reads: "Theory is when you understand everything and nothing works. Practice is when everything works but you don't understand why. Here we have brought the two together: nothing works and no one knows why!" (p.71) Your MA in Theology takes readers on the opposite path - taking seriously both the experience of faith, and understanding the underlying reasons why. As a handbook it would be an invaluable addition to every theology student and teacher's desk. -- Darren Cronshaw, Associate Professor of Missiology &amp; Head of Discipline - Research

Zoe Bennett is Senior Lecturer and Director of Postgraduate Studies in Pastoral Theology at Anglia Ruskin University and the Cambridge Theological Federation.

• A hands-on practical handbook for the growing number of students studying practical, pastoral, contextual and applied theology at MA level. • Useful guidance for all moving from undergraduate to postgraduate study and for those returning to study after years in ministry. • Zoe Bennett has run a successful MA programme in Pastoral Theology for many years and has guided and successfully supervised a large number of MA students. • SCM is the UK's leading publisher in Practical Theology and has published all the key thinkers in this field.

Doing an MA in Theology is a serious commitment of time and effort. This book will enable you to get the most out that investment leading to personal enrichment as well as academic success. An essential starting point and on-going source of inspiration.

Beginning Masters level theological study and wanting to know what you are letting yourself in for? Drawing on her wide experience of postgraduate theology programmes, Zoe Bennett steers her readers through its joys and pitfalls. Whether for crafting skills in reflective practice or developing a thesis proposal, or whether for acquiring a scholarly voice or using library resources well, this is an essential guide for students and staff alike.

Giving crystal clear guidance to students starting out to 'master' theology, this book will reassure them about their capacity for the task. It explains what's involved clearly and succinctly, and lays out how to proceed with such calmness and sense of order that the challenge, while not underplayed, appears perfectly manageable. What's expected at master's level, how to rise to it, and the skills and working procedures to develop along the way are all detailed. It is especially helpful about the reflexive and self-implicating character of theological enquiry. The book is itself a model of the kind of good clear writing, research, presentation and exposition that, as a dissertation, would attract a high distinction. It will be a great help to both master's students and teachers.

In Bennett's office is a poster that reads: "Theory is when you understand everything and nothing works. Practice is when everything works but you don't understand why. Here we have brought the two together: nothing works and no one knows why!" (p.71) Your MA in Theology takes readers on the opposite path – taking seriously both the experience of faith, and understanding the underlying reasons why. As a handbook it would be an invaluable addition to every theology student and teacher's desk.

1\. What Does It Mean To Study at Taught Master's Level? 2. Core Study Skills for Master's Student 1 Reflection Writing 3. Core Study Skills for Master's Students 2 Reading Using the Library - Carol Reekie Seminar Skills Specific Learning Difficulties - Esther Shreeve 4. Integrating Theory and Practice at Master's Level 5. Being Scholarly 6. Commitment versus Critique 7. Especially for International Students 8. Doing your Dissertation

A practical handbook for Master's level theology students. Written by a leading programme director, it offers tailored study skills for undergraduates and returning learners.

\["For students pursuing a Master's in Theology", "Helps you transition smoothly to postgraduate study", "You will excel in your theological academic journey"\]

This handbook equips you with essential skills for MA Theology studies.

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