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AdvDipTheolMin- Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry

The Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry builds on the Diploma in Theology by enabling students to deepen their understanding of the key theological disciplines of Biblical Studies and Christian Thought and History and in Ministry.

This is extended by further study in those disciplines and in the area of practical ministry studies. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course.

The Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry consists of 288 points comprised of:
- 18 points of Old Testament
- 18 points of New Testament
- 18 points of Church History
- 18 points of Systematic Theology
- 36 additional points from Field B (Biblical Studies) and / or Field C (Christian Thought and History)
- 36 points from Field D (Theology: Mission and Ministry)
- a further 144 points of study.

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  • DurationTwo years full-time or up to eight years part-time
  • Structure16 standard undergraduate units
  • Fees$2,047 per unit
  • Admission CriteriaSuccessful completion of Year 12 education in an Australian secondary school, or equivalent.
  • Admission DatesAdmissions for first semester 2024 close on Friday 16 February 2024. Admissions for second semester 2024 close on Friday 19 July 2024.

The Advanced Diploma in Theology and 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 

COURSE PLANNER Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry

Course outcomes

Graduates of the Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry
- have significant foundational skills for critical study of Christian texts.
-have skills to articulate and reflect upon foundational theological, scriptural knowledge and apply this to ministry practice.
- have strong analytical skills allowing them to analyse and communicate sound theological arguments, especially in relation to ministry tasks or worldview perspectives.
- apply their skills and knowledge to their own and other contexts and traditions through culturally relevant ministry practices.
- apply their skills and knowledge to the service of others through practical engagement and in contexts such as practical support ministries or cultural and philosophical analysis.

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Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry summary information (opens to the external University of Divinity site)

Application for the Advanced Diploma in Theology and 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

  • DM2136B Justice and Social Mission

  • DP1314B Pastoral Ministry Foundations

Semester: 2. Semester 1

  • AR1112B Learning for Life and Ministry

  • BA1137B The Story of God, People and Land

  • BN3148B Paul's Letters for Today

  • CH1306B Remembering and Forgetting in Christian History

  • DP3107B Creating Faith Pathways

Semester: 3. Winter School

Semester: 4. Semester 2

  • AR1112B- Learning for Life and Ministry

  • BA2309B Prophetic Voices: Hear the Word of the Lord!

  • BN1316B The Story of Jesus, Gospel and Early Church

  • CT1109B Discovering Christian Theology

  • CT3110B The Real within the Reel: Theology and Cinema

  • DP2147B Reflective Practice for Vocational Formation

  • DS2312B Spiritual Formation

  • XX3310B Capstone Integrated Project

Semester: 5. Full Year

  • DP3121B Supervised Theological Field Education

Graduates may proceed to the Bachelor of Ministry or Bachelor of Theology.

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