Undergraduate Certificate of Theology

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  • 0.5
    Years Full Time
  • 48
    Credit Points
  • Payments Centrelink Approved
    Course code: UCTH20
  • 4
    Max Years Part Time
  • Online Course
  • Overseas Students

Rationale

The Undergraduate Certificate has been accredited by the Council of Australian Government (COAG) Education and Skills Council and the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) until 30/06/2025. The qualification cannot be awarded after accreditation expires. Students are therefore only eligible to enrol in the course, where they plan to complete all course requirements by 30/06/2025. There will be a government review of the Undergraduate Certificate programs prior to the current exipiry date of 30/06/2025.

  1. 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 including professional and vocational life.
  2. Introduces students to specialist disciplines by which Knowledge of God is developed and articulated:
    • Bible & Languages (OT/NT/BB/LA)
    • Christian Thought and History (TH/CH/PE)
  3. The course Provides a grounding for ministry by establishing a foundation in theological knowledge and reflection
  4. Through an elective unit students can:
    • Synthesise Christian understanding with particular occupational and/or life interest
    • Develop practical ministry skills

Course Structure

48 credit points over 0.5 years (F/T)

Primary Course Discipline
  • 12cps Old/New Testament Introduction, Biblical Overviews, from the following:
    • OT001-512; OT002-512; OT003-512; OR
    • NT001-512; NT002-512; NT003-512; OR
    • BB001-512; BB002-512; BB006-512; BB010-512; BB007-612.
  • At least 8cps Christian Thought and History (CH/TH/PE),
  • At least 8cps in LA / BB / NT / OT / CH / TH / PE.
Credit Electives
  • At least 12cps elective units from any unit field

Units in this course are completed at Level 5 or above.

Admission Requirements

ATAR: Completion of Year 12 in the last two years, 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 requirements: 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. See English Language Proficiency Policy.

Language requirements (Chinese course): Qualification in Chinese in the last 10 years; or using Chinese as the language primarily spoken both at home and work for the last 10 years; or Chinese Language Proficiency test through a HSK Test or another test approved by ACT. See Languages Other Than English Policy.

Articulation Options

  • ADVDIPTH20
  • ASDEGTH20
  • BTH20
  • DIPTH20

Exit Options

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Undergraduate Certificate of Theology will be able to:

Knowledge

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of foundational theological ideas and concepts.

2. Adapt foundational theological knowledge to a variety of contexts.

Skills

1. Construct evidence-based perspectives to foundational theological issues.

2. Demonstrate interpersonal and teamwork skills.

3. Communicate theologically-related knowledge, skills, and ideas to others in a variety of contexts.

Application of knowledge and skills

1. Demonstrate autonomy in theological learning and reflection in the context of Christian life and ministry.

2. Adapt foundational theological knowledge and skills to various contexts in responsible and ethical ways.

Fees

$11,136 per semester for full-time (48cp) domestic students (2024 course fees and credit points).

For more information about tuition fees, FEE-HELP, and student payments, view tuition fees.

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