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Bachelor of Theology

Students

Available to

  • Domestic
  • Overseas
  • Offshore

Duration

  • Full-time: 3 year
  • Part-time: 9 years

Modes

  • Classroom
  • Mixed
  • Online

Units

24 units

Intake

  • February
  • July

AQF 07

CRICOS
011489A

The Bachelor of Theology (BTheol) 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.

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Course learning outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Theology:

  1. have a broad, coherent and critical knowledge of Christian theological traditions and methodologies, with focused knowledge in at least one area.
  2. can articulate the knowledge they have acquired to generate insights and communicate them through clear reasoned argument.
  3. are able to engage theological traditions and contemporary culture.
  4. have a theologically informed basis for engagement and service in community and world.

Course structure

The Bachelor of Theology consists of 432 points.

Course ContentPoints
Biblical Studies units (at least 18 points in each Testament)72
Church History units36
Systematic Theology units72
Mission and Ministry units36
One of the capstone units listed below18 or 36
Further units in any discipline198
Additional rules and restrictions
Not more than 216 points at Level 1
At least 108 points at level 3 (including at least 36 points at Level 3 in either Biblical Studies or Systematic Theology)
Capstone unitsPoints
XS3901C Bachelors Capstone Unit: Theology and Ministry Seminar18
XS3902C Bachelors Capstone Unit: Theology and Ministry Seminar36
XS3908C Bachelors Capstone Unit: Homiletics: Theory and Practice18

Dual qualifications

A candidate may undertake the Bachelor of Theology in combination with, or subsequent to:

Advanced Diploma in Philosophy or the Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry

  • The candidate must achieve 288 points that comply with the course rules of an Advanced Diploma.
  • The candidate must achieve a further 144 points that comply with the course rules of the Bachelor of Theology.
  • To complete the second award, up to 144 points may be credited from the first award. 
  • The minimum time for completion of both awards is four years.

Bachelor of Ministry

  • The candidate must achieve 432 points that comply with the course rules of the Bachelor of Ministry
  • The candidate must achieve a further 144 points that comply with the course rules of the Bachelor of Theology
  • To complete the second award, up to 288 points may be credited from the first award
  • The candidate must not include more than 252 points at Level 1
  • The candidate must include at least 144 points at Level 3 including at least 36 points in Mission and Ministry and at least 36 points in either Biblical Studies or Systematic Theology
  • The candidate may choose to complete one Capstone unit 
  • The minimum time for completion of both awards is four years.

Admission criteria

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 into their course for prior undergraduate study in related areas.

Prospective students apply by direct entry. The Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) is not used. The Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) is not used.

Tuition fees

Fees are subject to change from year to year. For more information, please visit our fees page.

20262025
$2,184 per 18-point unit$2,109 per 18-point unit

Credit

Credit of up to 288 points may be granted towards this award. Credit is granted in accordance with the Credit Policy. Credit may include:

Prior qualification or trainingMaximum creditSpecific application
Associate Degree or Advanced Diploma36 pointsUnspecified credit based on relevant foundational cognate knowledge and skill set
Australian Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent72 pointsUnspecified credit based on relevant foundational cognate knowledge and skill set
Professional diploma of 3 years in teaching or nursing prior to degrees in those areas72 pointsUnspecified credit
Diploma in Ageing and Pastoral or Spiritual Care (10642NAT)72 pointsCredit granted towards Mission and Ministry
Diploma in Ageing and Pastoral Care (91561NSW)72 pointsCredit granted towards Mission and Ministry
Diploma of Catholic Youth Ministry (10603NAT or 11013NAT)144 points18 points towards Biblical Studies Level 1
18 points towards Systematic Theology Level 1
108 points towards Mission and Ministry

Additional information

Graduate pathways

Graduates have access to a range of postgraduate courses at graduate certificate, graduate diploma and masters levels.

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