Graduate Diploma in Divinity
Students
Available to
- Domestic
- Overseas
- Offshore
Duration
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: 3 years
Modes
- Classroom
- Mixed
- Online
Units
6 units
Intake
- February
- July
AQF 08
CRICOS
110822B
The Graduate Diploma in Divinity (GDDiv) allows students to explore multiple areas of interest in divinity and its associated disciplines or to engage with one or two areas in depth. It serves as a foundation for study of theology or philosophy and disciplines which are associated with them.
Note: This award may be used as an exit point from eligible students enrolled in a Masters degree who meet the admission requirements.
Course Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Divinity:
- have advanced knowledge in one or more areas of divinity and associated disciplines
- have research, analysis and communication skills applicable to postgraduate study
- apply skills of interpretation to texts or concepts
- apply judgement based on theory, practice and tradition to contemporary issues.
Course Structure
The Graduate Diploma in Divinity consists of 144 points of foundational or elective units.
Admission Criteria
- Successful completion of an bachelor degree, or an approved equivalent; or
- Has obtained a Graduate Certificate from the University of Divinity
Duration
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: 3 years
Modes
Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.
2025 Tuition Fees
$3,268 per 24-point unit.
Fees are subject to change from year to year.
For more information, please visit the Fees page.
Graduate Pathways
Graduates may be eligible to proceed to a Masters award. Graduates who have included a Minor Thesis (16000 words) in their course may be eligible to apply for admission to a higher degree by research.
Additional Information
- Graduate Diploma in Divinity on the University of Divinity website
- Regulation