Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Pastoral and Spiritual Care:

1. have knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required for theological engagement and articulate the nature of practical theology as a method of biblical and theological inquiry
2. apply  their own experience and practice (personal or professional) to social and behavioural sciences and / or cultural studies and offer an integration of these with the Christian tradition
3. have skills to explore issues of Christian identity, personal vocation and self-understanding through the methods and practices of theological reflection and dialogical engagement with their ministry and mission context
4. apply advanced pastoral helping skills with a developed capacity to engage in the processes of theological reflection.

The Graduate Diploma in Pastoral and Spiritual Care consists of 144 points comprised of:

Program 1

• 72 points of Postgraduate Foundational units comprised of:
  • 24 points in the discipline of Biblical Studies
  • 24 points in the discipline of Systematic Theology
  • 24 points in the discipline of Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
• 72 points of postgraduate units in the discipline of Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies

Program 2

• 48 points of Postgraduate Foundational units comprised of:
  • 24 points in the discipline of Biblical Studies or Systematic Theology
    • 24 points in the discipline of Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
• 96 points of postgraduate units in Clinical Pastoral Education

• Successful completion of an bachelor degree, or an approved equivalent; or
• Has obtained a Graduate Certificate from the University of Divinity

• Full-time: 1 year
• Part-time: 3 years

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

$3,268 per 24-point unit.

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

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Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Spirituality:

1. have engaged with personal spiritual experience in light of key themes and approaches in spirituality;
2. have skills and capacities in research, reflection and communication of key themes and approaches in spirituality;
3. have knowledge of the dynamics of the spiritual life through reflection on personal spiritual experience, integrated with key themes and approaches in spirituality;
4. apply key themes and approaches in Christian spirituality to understanding life, work and community.

The Graduate Diploma in Spirituality consists of 144 points at postgraduate level including at least 96 points in the discipline of Spirituality or Spiritual Direction.

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

• Full-time: 1 year
• Part-time: 3 years

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

$3,268 per 24-point unit.

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

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Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Divinity:

1. have advanced knowledge in one or more areas of divinity and associated disciplines
2. have research, analysis and communication skills applicable to postgraduate study
3. apply skills of interpretation to texts or concepts
4. apply judgement based on theory, practice and tradition to contemporary issues.

The Graduate Diploma in Divinity consists of 144 points of foundational or elective units.

• Successful completion of an bachelor degree, or an approved equivalent; or
• Has obtained a Graduate Certificate from the University of Divinity

• Full-time: 1 year
• Part-time: 3 years

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

$3,268 per 24-point unit.

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

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.

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Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Spirituality:

1. have engaged with personal spiritual experience in light of foundational themes and approaches in spirituality and / or spiritual direction;
2. have knowledge of the dynamics of the spiritual life through reflection on personal experience, integrated with foundational themes and approaches in spirituality and / or spiritual direction;
3. apply the insights of Christian spirituality to understanding life, work and community.

The Graduate Certificate in Spirituality consists of 72 points comprised of:

• DS8003C Christian Spirituality A
• DS8004C Christian Spirituality B
• A further 24 points in the disciplines of Spirituality or Spiritual Direction

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

• Full-time: 6 months
• Part-time: 2 years

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

$3,268 per 24-point unit.

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

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Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Teaching Meditation:

1. have knowledge of the practice of meditation and lectio divina in the Christian tradition;
2. have knowledge of the relationship between spiritual and psychological factors, and methods for developing them as an integrated whole;
3. have capacity to critically engage with the Christian prayer tradition in relation to the contemporary context including other spiritual traditions and scientific perspectives;
4. apply and assess appropriate models of prayer and meditation in various pastoral contexts;
5. apply and reflect on the communication skills required to lead meditation in a range of contexts.

The Graduate Certificate in Teaching Meditation consists of 72 points comprised of the following three units.

• DS8600C Meditation: The Evolving Tradition
• DS9611C Teaching Meditation and Prayer
• DS9620C Meditation and Wellbeing

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

Part-time: 2 years

Online

$3,268 per 24-point unit.

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

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Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education:

1. have a foundational knowledge and skills in theological disciplines of importance for teaching religious education.
2. have enhanced their capabilities to engage with particular faith traditions and spirituality.
3. have ability to communicate religious traditions to students by drawing critically on appropriate sources.
4. apply knowledge of contemporary approaches to the learning and teaching of religious education.
5. apply their knowledge to religious awareness and faith formation of students and the formation of religious identity in a school community.

Students complete the following four units (undertaking one unit per semester over 2 years):

• BS8602C Introducing the Bible (16 points)
• CT8605C In Dialogue with the Catholic Tradition: Foundational Theology for Teachers (16 points)
• CT9606C Being Followers of Christ: Sacramental and Moral Life (24 points)
• DR8600C Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Religious Education (16 points)

Students complete the following four units (each worth 18 points), undertaking one unit per semester over 2 years:

• BS8610Z Introduction to the Bible for Teachers
• CT8620Z Introduction to Theology for Teachers
• DT8630Z Introduction to Moral Theology for Teachers
• DR8640Z Introduction to Religious Education for Teachers

• Victorian Catholic Dioceses:
  • Accreditation: GCTRE is eligible for teacher accreditation as it can be used to satisfy accreditation to teach in a Catholic school.
  • MACS Sponsorship: GCTRE is eligible for sponsored study by MACS. Sponsored Study Support is for 2 years: 2023 – 2024 or 2025 – 2026.
  • Other Sponsors: check with your local education office
• In other dioceses
  • Accreditation and Sponsorship: Check with your local education office.
• Further questions? Contact your education office.

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

Part-time: 2 years

Online synchronous

• 16-point unit: $2,178
• 18-point unit: $2,451
• 24-point unit: 3,268

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

Graduates may proceed to study at Graduate Diploma or Masters levels.

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Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Theology:

1. have knowledge of sources, terms and conceptual frameworks required for theological engagement;
2. have research, analysis and communication skills applicable to theological studies;
3. apply skills of interpretation to texts and traditions with awareness of context, implications and application to historical and or contemporary issues;
4. apply theological and hermeneutical skills in clearly articulating insights relevant to life, work and community settings.

The Graduate Certificate in Theology consists of 72 points comprised of postgraduate foundational units from at least three fields.

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

• Full-time: 6 months
• Part-time: 2 years

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

$3,268 per 24-point unit.

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

Graduates may proceed to a Graduate Diploma in Theology or Master of Theological Studies.

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Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Research Methodology:

1. have a working knowledge of terms, assumptions and approaches to research that are current in selected theological disciplines;
2. have familiarity with research methods, protocols, practices and ethics;
3. apply focussed research methods towards complex research issues;
4. apply writing and communication skills to the presentation of research results.

The Graduate Certificate in Research Methodology consists of 72 points comprised of:

• a unit in research methodology worth 24 points, either
  • RQ97021C Research Methodologies
  • DP9734W Human Research Methodologies
• RQ9748M Minor Thesis

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

Part-time: 2 years

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

• Research Methodologies: $3,268 per 24-point unit
• Minor Thesis: $6,536 per 48-point unit

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

Graduates who meet the other requirements for higher degrees by research may be eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy.

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Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Divinity:

1. have knowledge of key concepts in one or more areas of divinity and associated disciplines
2. have basic research, analysis and communication skills applicable to postgraduate study
3. apply skills of interpretation to texts or concepts.

The Graduate Certificate in Divinity consists of 72 points, foundational or elective units.

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

• Full-time: 6 months
• Part-time: 2 years

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

$3,268 per 24-point unit.

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

Graduates may proceed to a Graduate Diploma and Masters levels.

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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.

The Bachelor of Theology consists of 432 points, comprised of:

• 72 points in a discipline or disciplines in Field B (Biblical Studies) which must include at least 18 points in:
  • Old Testament (Field BA)
  • New Testament (Field BN)
• 36 points in the discipline of Church History (Field CH)
• 72 points in the discipline of Systematic Theology (Field CT)
• 36 points in a discipline or disciplines in Theology: Mission and Ministry (Field D)
• an undergraduate Capstone unit worth at least 18 points
• a further 198 points

A candidate may undertake the Bachelor of Theology in combination with, or subsequent to, the Advanced Diploma in Philosophy or the Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry or the Bachelor of Ministry at the University of Divinity.

A candidate who is concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Theology at the University of Divinity and a Bachelor of Arts at an Australian University may obtain up to 144 points towards the Bachelor of Theology on completion of the Bachelor of Arts. This provision does not apply to a candidate who completed a Bachelor of Arts prior to admission to candidature for the Bachelor of Theology.

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.

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

Available in classroom, mixed and online modes.

$2,109 per 18-point unit.

Fees are subject to change from year to year.

For more information, please visit the Fees page.

Graduates have access to a range of postgraduate courses at Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters levels.

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