The Bachelor of Ministry prepares students for the practice of ministry.
It establishes foundations for ministry through the study of scriptures, theological traditions, historical and contemporary contexts. It requires concentrated study in ministry praxis.
The Bachelor of Ministry provides a foundation for graduates to understand and articulate their identity and place in the world. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course.
The Bachelor of Ministry consists of 432 points comprised of:
a) 72 points in a discipline or disciplines in Field B (Biblical Studies) which must include at least 18 points in each Testament;
b) 36 points in the discipline of Church History;
c) 72 points in the discipline of Systematic Theology;
d) 36 points in a discipline or disciplines in Field D (Theology: Mission and Ministry);
e) 72 points of units in the discipline of Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies including at least 36 points of Supervised Theological Field Education or Clinical Pastoral Education; and
f) An undergraduate Capstone unit worth at least 18 points; and
g) A further 126 points.
Each course of study for the Bachelor of Ministry:
a) must not include more than 216 points at level 1; and
b) must include at least 180 points at level 3 including 36 points at level 3 in a discipline or disciplines in Field D (Theology: Mission and Ministry).
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- DurationThree years full-time or nine years part-time
- Structure24 undergraduate units
- Fees$2,109 per unit
- Admission CriteriaSuccessful completion of Year 12 education in an Australian secondary school, or equivalent.
- Admission DatesAdmissions for first semester 2025 close on Friday 14 February 2025. Admissions for second semester 2025 close on Friday 18 July 2025.
The Bachelor of Ministry is an AQF Level 6 Award. It is
- fully accredited through the University of Divinity
- qualifies for Austudy and FEE-HELP assistance
- available online
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Course outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor of Ministry
- have a broad, coherent and critical knowledge of Christian theological traditions and methodologies, with focused knowledge in ministry studies.
- can articulate a coherent vision of ministry and communicate that vision through clear reasoned argument and demonstrated ability.
- are able to engage theological traditions and contemporary culture.
- have an informed basis for engagement, ministry and service.
- apply the skills of theological reflection to shape their practice of ministry.
More information
Bachelor of Ministry summary information (opens to the external University of Divinity site)
Bachelor of Ministry promotional brochure
Application for the Bachelor of Ministry is made to the Registrar. The Registrar can be contacted via +61 3 9847 5400 and by email via enquiries@ebc.edu.au
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Semester: 1. Summer School
Semester: 2. Semester 1
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AR1112B Learning for Life and Ministry
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BA1137B The Story of God, People and Land
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BN2111B Preaching the Gospels
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BS2313B Bible for Holistic Mission
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CH1306B Remembering and Forgetting in Christian History
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CH2125B Christianity in Australian History
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CT3149B Humanity 3.0: Christian Anthropology and the Posthuman Future
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DP1314B Pastoral Ministry Foundations
Semester: 3. Winter School
Semester: 4. Semester 2
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AR1112B-2 Learning for Life and Ministry
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BA3294B Psalms: Songs that Nurture the Soul
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BN1316B The Story of Jesus, Gospel and Early Church
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CH2100Z The Cracking of Christendom: Histories and Theologies of the Reformation
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CH3100Z The Cracking of Christendom: Histories and Theologies of the Reformation
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CT1109B Discovering Christian Theology
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CT2100Z The Cracking of Christendom: Histories and Theologies of the Reformation
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CT3100Z The Cracking of Christendom: Histories and Theologies of the Reformation
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DL3115B Preaching and Narrative
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DM3138B Contemporary Mission in Context
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DP2147B Reflective Practice for Vocational Formation
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XX3310B Capstone Integrated Project
Semester: 5. Full Year
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DP3121B Supervised Theological Field Education
Graduates have access to a range of postgraduate courses at Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters levels.