The MTh in Applied Theology is designed to enable theological reflection upon experience in pastoral practice mainly, but not only, in the context of ministry in the Church. It may be taken if you hold a pastoral appointment at present, or if you are able to include a period of approved pastoral experience in your course of study for the MTh. Students who leave the University of Oxford with graduate degrees in theology enter a variety of careers all around the world. The majority who gain the MTh Applied Theology secure employment as, for example, vicars, priests or church workers. Some progress to careers such as school teachers, social workers or military officers.