This degree is awarded for research theses, not on the basis of general examinations. Guidance is therefore provided principally in the form of research supervision rather than formal teaching, though students registering for this degree will normally be expected to attend seminars designed for their needs.
The purpose of the MLitt degree is to assist someone to complete a shorter piece of research (maximum, 50,000 words) in Theology, and to demonstrate suitable academic attainments for appointment to positions which may include responsibilities for teaching and research.

Students admitted to the MLitt will normally be expected either to have already acquired the Faculty’s Master of Studies or Master of Philosophy degree within their area of research.