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DipTheol- Diploma in Theology

The Diploma in Theology introduces students to the key theological disciplines of Biblical Studies and Christian Thought and History.

This may be extended by further study in those disciplines or by electives 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 Diploma in Theology consists of 144 points comprising of:
- 36 points of study in Biblical Studies (Field B)
- 36 points of study in Christian Thought and History (Field C)
- a further 72 points of study.

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  • DurationOne year full-time or up to four years part-time
  • Structure8 standard undergraduate units
  • Fees$2,047 per unit
  • Admission CriteriaSuccessful completion of Year 12 education or equivalent. Probationary admission is available to approved persons aged 21 or greater who have not completed the Victorian Certificate of Education.
  • Admission DatesAdmissions for first semester 2024 close on Friday 16 February 2024. Admissions for second semester 2024 close on Friday 19 July 2024.

The Diploma in Theology is an AQF Level 5 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 Diploma in Theology
- have sound foundational skills for critical study of Christian texts.
- have skills to articulate foundational theological and scriptural knowledge and reflection.
- have developed clear analytical skills allowing them to analyse and communicate sound theological arguments.
- apply their skills and knowledge to their own and other contexts and traditions.
- apply their skills and knowledge to the service of others through practical engagement and in contexts such as conversation.

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

Application for the Diploma in Theology 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 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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