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Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry

University of Divinity

Australia

90 Albion Road Box Hill Victoria 3128

Overview

The 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.

Study Option

  • Tuition Fees
  • Duration104 Weeks
  • Intake29 July 2024
  • Study TypeOnline & Campus
  • Campuses Australian Lutheran College
    South Australia ( Inc. Adelaide )
    104 Jeffcott St, North Adelaide, 5006
    Catholic Theological College
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    278 Victoria Pde, East Melbourne, 8002
    Pilgrim Theological College
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    29 College Cres, Parkville, 3052
    St Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Theological College
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    88 Park Rd, Donvale, 3111
    Stirling Theological College
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    44 Jackson Rd, Mulgrave, 3170
    Trinity College
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    Trinity Collge, Royal Pde, Parkville, 3052
    Whitley College
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    271 Royal Pde, Parkville, 3052
    Yarra Theological Union
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    98 Albion Road, Box Hill, 3128
    Eva Burrows College
    Victoria ( Inc. Melbourne )
    100 Maidstone Street Ringwood, 3134

Course Structure

The Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry consists of 288 points of study:

  • 18 points of Old Testament
  • 18 points of New Testament
  • 18 points of Church History
  • 18 points of Systematic Theology
  • 36 additional points from Field B (Biblical Studies) and / or Field C (Christian Thought and History)
  • a further 180 points of study.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry

  • Have significant foundational skills for critical study of Christian texts.
  • Have skills to articulate and reflect upon foundational theological, scriptural knowledge and apply this to ministry practice.
  • Have strong analytical skills allowing them to analyses and communicate sound theological arguments, especially in relation to ministry tasks or worldview perspectives.
  • Apply their skills and knowledge to their own and other contexts and traditions through culturally relevant ministry practices.
  • Apply their skills and knowledge to the service of others through practical engagement and in contexts such as practical support ministries or cultural and philosophical analysis.

Follow on study:

Graduates may proceed to the Bachelor of Ministry or Bachelor of Theology.

Academic

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education in an Australian secondary school or the Diploma in Theology, or equivalent. It may be possible for students to receive credit

Entry Requirement

IELTS Academic: 6.5 with no band below 6.0

TOEFL Academic: 550 with a Test of Written English score of at least 4.5

TOEFL Internet: 79 including at least 21 (Writing), 12 (Listening), 13 (Reading), 18 (Speaking)

PTE Academic: 58 with no communicative skill score below 50.

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