Your career in pastoral care and ministry
We can help you develop your knowledge and skills in pastoral theology, chaplaincy, spiritual or pastoral practice.
Courses
Undergraduate level
Gain foundational knowledge and skills in biblical studies, theology, and church history, as a pathway to further learning in theology and ministry.
Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry
Deepen understanding of theology through a specialised focus on philosophy.
Equips you with specialised knowledge and skills in theology, spirituality, biblical studies, and pastoral care, and qualifies you to apply these skills for engagement and service in the wider community.
Build up theoretical knowledge and practical skills in theology and ministry-related areas in preparation for undertaking professional work in pastoral and spiritual care settings.
Postgraduate level
Graduate Certificate in Divinity
Explore areas of interest in divinity and its associated disciplines and learn the broad field of study of theology or philosophy and disciplines which are associated with them.
Graduate Certificate in Theology
Develop knowledge and skills in theological disciplines and gain foundational skills for further study to articulate insights for Christian life and social engagement.
Graduate Diploma in Pastoral and Spiritual Care
Learn and apply knowledge and skills in the areas of pastoral and spiritual care, and theology, in preparation for professional practice.
Master of Pastoral and Spiritual Care
Apply an advanced body of knowledge and skill in pastoral care in relation to theological studies, broaden knowledge and skills, and deepen engagement with select areas of study in preparation for professional practice and further learning.
Specialised programs
These are three units of study designed to prepare people to provide pastoral/spiritual care in a range of settings
Career Paths and Roles
Parish Leadership Team
Pastoral Associates
Liturgy and RCIA coordinators
Pastoral workers
Lay Ministry Formation
Safeguarding officers
Safeguarding committees
Sacramental Teams
Teachers
Psychologists
Counsellors
Wellbeing officers
Spiritual and pastoral carers
Chaplaincy
Catechists
Bereavement and funeral teams
Additional Information
Graduate Pathways
- Diploma in Theology graduates may proceed to one of the following:
- Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry graduates may proceed to the Bachelor of Ministry or Bachelor of Theology.
- Bachelor of Ministry and Bachelor of Theology graduates have access to a range of postgraduate courses at graduate certificate, graduate diploma and masters levels.
- Graduate Certificate in Divinity graduates may proceed to a Graduate Diploma or Masters degree by coursework.
- Graduate Certificate in Theology graduates may proceed to a Graduate Diploma in Theology or Master of Theological Studies.