Undergraduate CertificateCRICOS N/AUndergraduate Certificate in Divinity Duration6 months full-time,Up to 2 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 9 Colleges and SchoolsThe Undergraduate Certificate in Divinity offers students an opportunity to explore a range of theological, philosophical and ministry-related studies. Students may explore new or develop existing knowledge and skills for vocational and professional purposes. The Undergraduate Certificate provides a pathway to further undergraduate studies in divinity-related areas and is a foundation for lifelong learning. The Undergraduate Certificate in Divinity is an undergraduate qualification taught in English which normally takes one semester of full-time study or two semesters of part-time study. The qualification requires successful completion of 72 points at undergraduate level from any discipline except Professional Counselling. Students may explore one or more areas such as: History, Philosophy, Biblical Studies, Theology, Mission and Ministry, Leadership, Education and Spirituality. Course profile
AQF 05CRICOS 075250FDiploma in Theology Duration1 year full-time,Up to 4 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 9 Colleges and SchoolsThe Diploma in Theology introduces students to the key theological disciplines of Biblical Studies and Christian Thought and History. This may be extended by further study in those disciplines or by electives in the area of practical ministry studies. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course. Course profile
AQF 06CRICOS N/AAdvanced Diploma in Counselling Duration1 year full-time,Up to 3 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 1 College/SchoolThe Advanced Diploma in Counselling prepares students to work in a multi-disciplinary environment and significantly enhances their counselling, professional and spiritual foundations. Students form a vision of the counsellor that reflects both individual and relational work, supportive and intensive therapies, psychological competence and theological congruence. The course requires a consistent commitment to supervision and personal and professional integration. Course profile
AQF 06CRICOS 080413EAdvanced Diploma in Philosophy Duration2 years full-time,Up to 8 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 2 Colleges and SchoolsThe Advanced Diploma in Philosophy builds on the Diploma in Theology by enabling students to deepen their understanding through a specialised focus on Philosophy. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course. Course profile
AQF 06CRICOS 075251EAdvanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry Duration2 years full-time,Up to 8 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 9 Colleges and SchoolsThe Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry builds on the Diploma in Theology by enabling students to deepen their understanding of the key theological disciplines of Biblical Studies and Christian Thought and History and in Ministry. This is extended by further study in those disciplines and in the area of practical ministry studies. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course. Course profile
AQF 07CRICOS N/ABachelor of Counselling Duration1 year full-time,Up to 3 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 1 College/SchoolThe Bachelor of Counselling prepares students to work in a multi-disciplinary environment and significantly enhances their counselling, pastoral and spiritual foundations. Students form a vision of the counsellor that reflects both individual and relational work, supportive and intensive therapies, psychological competence and theological congruence. The course requires a consistent commitment to supervision and personal and professional integration. Course profile
AQF 07CRICOS 077753MBachelor of Ministry Duration3 years full-time,Up to 9 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 7 Colleges and SchoolsThe Bachelor of Ministry prepares students for the practice of ministry. It establishes foundations for ministry through the study of scriptures, theological traditions, historical and contemporary contexts. It requires concentrated study in ministry praxis. The Bachelor of Ministry provides a foundation for graduates to understand and articulate their identity and place in the world. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course. Course profile
AQF 07CRICOS 011489ABachelor of Theology Duration3 years full-time,Up to 9 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 9 Colleges and SchoolsThe Bachelor of Theology critically examines life and faith through the study of scriptures, theological traditions and historical contexts. It aims to broaden self-understanding and facilitate cultural engagement. The Bachelor of Theology assists students to develop knowledge across broad areas of theology and depth in particular areas of interest. It develops research and communication skills, and prepares graduates for further theological study. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course. Course profile
AQF 08CRICOS N/AGraduate Certificate in Ageing Duration6 months full-time,Up to 2 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 1 College/SchoolThe Graduate Certificate in Ageing allows students to engage in focused learning which will assist them to undertake pastoral care roles in residential and community settings especially in church sponsored aged care facilities. Graduates will be able to articulate insights from a theological and ecclesial understandings of pastoral care. Course profile
AQF 08CRICOS N/AGraduate Certificate in Children and Families Ministry Duration6 months full-time,Up to 2 years part-time ModesClassroom, Mixed, Online Colleges & SchoolsAvailable at 2 Colleges and SchoolsThe Graduate Certificate in Children and Families Ministry provides an academic qualification which can be used as an instrument for accrediting people who are engaged in ministry with children and their families. Safe practice and effective ministry with children demands practical expertise, pastoral awareness, and ethical depth. In the context of ministry with children and their families, the practical, spiritual, and pastoral disciplines are becoming increasingly important and recognised foci in the church and its associate agencies. This qualification will assist the church and associated agencies to build a cohort of professionals and enthusiasts; provide opportunities for growth in this ministry; grow expertise in the Children’s Ministry Network; improve skills and standards in the sector; and enhance community recognition for people engaged in ministry with children and their families. Course profile
