Welcome!
Experience a unique engagement with Christian theological traditions at the University of Divinity, a collegiate Australian University. Whether you are interested in the academic study of theology, exploration of your Christian faith, personal growth, ordained ministry, or training as a lay-worker, at the University of Divinity you can take the next step in your vocation.
Develop a deeper understanding of your faith under the guidance of world-class theologians within our colleges and specialist schools. Discover how centuries-old tradition can address contemporary questions as you access the University’s extensive academic resources and library collections. Small class sizes will help you connect with lecturers, meet other students, and freely engage in the issues of the contemporary world.
Wherever your studies lead, you will be equipped to contribute to a just and compassionate society.
Study with us
You can study diplomas, undergraduate degrees, graduate certificates and diplomas, postgraduate degrees and higher degrees by research. These are located at levels 5 to 10 of the Australian Qualifications Framework.
All the University’s awards are in Divinity and its associated disciplines, in the broad field of Society and Culture. Each course is offered by one or more Colleges or Schools of the University.
Courses
You can study diplomas, undergraduate degrees, graduate certificates and diplomas, postgraduate degrees and higher degrees by research.
Study Online
Many of our units allow you to benefit from an online learning environment, providing the flexibility of study to fit into your everyday life. Whether you work full-time, your geographical location prevents you from attending lectures, or you simply prefer an online experience, online study can help you achieve your learning and personal goals.
At the conclusion of your study, you will graduate with the same qualification you would receive if you had studied on campus.
Online Units
All courses may be studied online by enrolling in online units. For a comprehensive list of scheduled units delivered online, please consult the Unit Management System and in the search bar set “Unit Mode” to “Online”.
Units
Units offered by each College can be found on the College’s website or published handbook. A summary of units offered each year can be consulted at the University of Divinity’s Unit Directory, https://units.divinity.edu.au/.
Units are offered at one of the following levels:
- Diploma (unit number coding begins with 0)
- Undergraduate Level 1 (unit number coding begins with 1)
- Undergraduate Level 2 (unit number coding begins with 2)
- Undergraduate Level 3 (unit number coding begins with 3)
- Postgraduate Foundational (unit number coding begins with 8)
- Postgraduate Elective (unit number coding begins with 9)
- Capstone (unit number coding begins with 3 (undergraduate) or 9 (postgraduate))
Unit Directory
View the diverse range of units available across the University and its Colleges.
Disciplines
The University of Divinity structures its learning, teaching and research around a range of disciplines. These are listed below, with the abbreviation for each iscipline used in unit codes throughout the University and its Colleges.
- AH History
- AL Biblical Languages
- AL Languages ancient and modern
- AP Philosophy
- AR Religious Studies
- BA Old Testament
- BN New Testament
- BS Biblical Studies
- CH Church History
- CT Systematic Theology
- DA Mission and Ministry
- DC Canon Law
- DD Spiritual Direction
- DE Education Studies
- DL Liturgy
- DM Missiology
- DP Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
- DR Religious Education
- DS Spirituality
- DT Moral Theology
- DU Ecumenical Studies
- DZ Professional Counselling
- CO Counselling
- IS Indigenous Studies
- LE Leadership
- PS Professional Supervision
- CP Clinical Pastoral Education*
- SC Spiritual Care*
- X Capstone units [cross-disciplinary]
* For the purpose of meeting prescribed course structures, units coded CP or SC will be considered equivalent to DP units.
Collegiate University
You will join the University through one of our Colleges or Schools. Throughout your studies, your home College is a hub for personalised support and guidance to ensure that you have the best student experience.
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Explore our Schools
Box Hill VICThe School of Graduate Research (SGR) fosters a high-quality learning environment for higher degree by research students and their supervisors from pre-admission information through to post-candidature guidance and networking.-
Box Hill VICPrograms in Counselling, Professional Supervision and Clinical Pastoral Education that are designed to meet practitioner needs in faith-based agencies, churches, and other organisations.
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Apply for Admission into a Course
If you are a new student or you are looking to begin a new course with the University of Divinity, you will need to apply for admission into the course of study.
Fees
Tuition fees are set by the University of Divinity Council annually. Fees are paid directly to the University of Divinity at the time of admission or re-enrolment. A range of payment options are available.
Student life
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Culture and Integrity
Fair treatment, justice, encompassing diversity and supporting those who are vulnerable are all part of the University’s culture, anchored in Christian tradition.
Health and Wellbeing
Taking care of your physical and mental health will help you to achieve academic success, make the most of your learning opportunities and enjoy a positive student experience.
