Diploma of Theology
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1Year Full Time
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96Credit Points
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Payments Centrelink Approved
Course code: DIPTH20 -
5.5Max Years Part Time
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Online Course
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Overseas Students
Rationale
- Introduces students to the sources and content of the Christian story and message, and provides training which emphasises application and articulation of this story and message in the contemporary world.
- Concentrates on the disciplines by which knowledge of God is developed and articulated:
- Bible & Languages (LA, OT, NT, BB) and
- Christian Thought & History (TH, CH, PE)
- Provides a grounding for ministry by establishing a foundation in theological knowledge and reflection.
- Through elective units students can:
- Follow study tracks in Bible & Languages and in Christian Thought & History
- Develop practical ministry skills
Course Structure
96 credit points over 1 year (F/T)
- 24cps Old / New Testament Introduction (from OT001-512, OT002-512, OT003-512, NT001-512, NT002-512, NT003-512)
- At least 8cps in TH / CH / PE
- 24cps LA / BB / NT / OT / CH / TH / PE
- At least 36cps elective units from any unit field
Units in this course are completed at Level 5 or above.
Admission Requirements
ATAR: Completion of Year 12 with an ATAR of 65 or above; OR
Previous Qualifications: Successful completion of a qualification at AQF Level 5 or above; OR
Demonstrate Academic Suitability for course: Test, Brief Essay, or Interview.
Language Qualifications for NESB: IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.0 in each subtest OR 10 years in Australia with English being the language primarily spoken both at home and work.
Overseas Students
This course is registered on CRICOS and is available to overseas students.
Learning Outcomes
Discipline Knowledge and Understanding
1. Demonstrate essential knowledge of the Bible and Christian Thought as academic disciplines
2. Recognize the essential spiritual and ethical implications of biblical and theological knowledge and understanding
Inquiry and Analysis
3. Collect, summarize, and analyse information from standard biblical and theological sources and scholarship
Problem Solving and Integration
4. Construct evidence-based perspectives and responses to essential biblical and theological issues by using standard source materials and methods
Communication
5. Present essential biblical and theological ideas, knowledge and principles to, and engage with, different audiences using a variety of formats
Teamwork and Professional Practice
6. Under supervision, apply essential biblical and theological understanding in formal ministry contexts and the wider community
Engagement With the World
7. Engage with essential challenges of contemporary Christianity, society and the wider world
Continuous Learning and Professional Development
8. Demonstrate a capacity for reflection and learning to sustain personal and professional development in Christian life and ministry
Fees
$9,600 per semester for full-time (48cp) domestic students (2020 course fees and credit points).
For more information about tuition fees, FEE-HELP, and student payments, view tuition fees.
Course Rules
- Maximum concurrent enrolment load: 60 cps
Available at
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South Australia
Bible College SA
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Queensland
Brisbane School of Theology
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New South Wales
Chinese Theological College Australia
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New South Wales
Christ College
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Queensland
Malyon Theological College
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New South Wales
Mary Andrews College
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Victoria
Melbourne School of Theology
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New South Wales
Morling College
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Victoria
Presbyterian Theological College
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Queensland
Queensland Theological College
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Victoria
Reformed Theological College
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Victoria
Ridley College
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New South Wales
Sydney Missionary & Bible College
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Queensland
Trinity College Queensland
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Western Australia
Trinity Theological College
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Western Australia
Vose Seminary
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New South Wales
Youthworks College
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