The Undergraduate Certificate in Divinity offers students an opportunity to explore a range of theological, philosophical and ministry-related studies. Students may explore new or develop existing knowledge and skills for vocational and professional purposes.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Divinity consists of 72 points comprised of 72 points of any discipline except DZ.
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- DurationOne semester full time or up to four semesters part time
- Structure4 Standard undergraduate units
- Fees$2,184 per unit
- Admission CriteriaSuccessful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education in an Australian secondary school, or equivalent.
- Admission DatesAdmissions for first semester 2026 close on Friday 13 February 2026. Admissions for second semester 2026 close on Friday 17 July 2026.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Divinity is
- fully accredited through the University of Divinity
- qualifies for Austudy and FEE-HELP assistance
- available online
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Units of Study
Find out more about the units on offer in 2026 here.
Course outcomes
Graduates of the Undergraduate Certificate in Divinity
- have knowledge of some foundational concepts in the study of divinity.
- apply basic skills of interpretation to texts and concepts.
- apply knowledge and skills in contemporary contexts.
Follow on study
The Undergraduate Certificate in Divinity serves as an entry point to undergraduate awards in theology, philosophy and ministry.
Graduates may proceed to a Diploma in Theology, an Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry, an Advanced Diploma in Philosophy, or to the Bachelor of Ministry or Bachelor of Theology.
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Application for the Undergraduate Certificate in Divinity 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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BA2309B Prophetic Voices: Hear the Word of the Lord!
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BS3307B Biblical Theology for Ministry
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CT1109B Discovering Christian Theology
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CT2196B Wesleyan Theology for Today
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CT3110B The Real within the Reel: Theology and Cinema
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DL1198B Worship and Preaching: Essentials
Semester: 3. Winter School
Semester: 4. Semester 2
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AR1112B-2 Learning for Life and Ministry
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BA1137B The Story of God, People and Land
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BN3148B Paul's Letters for Today
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CH1306B Remembering and Forgetting in Christian History
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CT2138B God in Christ
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DP1314B Pastoral Ministry Foundations
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DP2147B Reflective Practice for Vocational Formation
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DP2190B The Ethical Life: Loving our Neighbours in Ministry and Beyond
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DP3107B Creating Faith Pathways
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XX3310B Capstone Integrated Project
Semester: 5. Full Year
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DP3121B Supervised Theological Field Education
The Undergraduate Certificate of Divinity provides a pathway to further undergraduate studies in divinity-related areas and is a foundation for lifelong learning.
All units are transferable to other University of Divinity undergraduate courses – Diploma of Theology, Bachelor of Ministry, Bachelor of Theology.