The Graduate Diploma in Theology allows students to explore areas of interest in theology.
It provides a substantial foundation for further study and a means of engaging Christian thought and traditions. Graduates are able to articulate insights for Christian practice and identity.
The Graduate Diploma in Theology consists of 144 points comprised of:
- 72 points of Postgraduate Foundational units taken across three disciplines in at least three fields; and
- a further 72 points at postgraduate level
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- DurationOne year full-time or up to three years part-time
- Structure6 standard postgraduate units
- Fees$3,172 per unit
- Admission CriteriaSuccessful completion of an undergraduate degree or a Graduate Certificate in Theology.
- Admission DatesAdmissions for first semester 2024 close on Friday 16 February 2024. Admissions for second semester 2024 close on Friday 19 July 2024.
The Graduate Diploma in Theology is an AQF Level 8 Award. It is
- fully accredited through the University of Divinity
- qualifies for Austudy and FEE-HELP assistance
- available online
COURSE PLANNER Graduate Diploma in Theology
Course outcomes
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Theology
- have knowledge of sources, terms and concepts required for theological engagement
- have research, analysis and communication skills applicable to theological studies
- apply skills of interpretation to a range of texts with
- apply relevant theological and hermeneutical skills in clearly articulating insights into life, work and community.
More information
Graduate Diploma in Theology summary information (opens to the external University of Divinity site)
Application for the Graduate 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
Semester: 1. Summer School
Semester: 2. Semester 1
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AR8112B Learning for Life and Ministry
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BA8137B The Story of God, People and Land
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BN9148B Paul's Letters for Today
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CH8306B Remembering and Forgetting in Christian History
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DL8198B Worship and Preaching: Essentials
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DP9107B Creating Faith Pathways
Semester: 3. Winter School
Semester: 4. Semester 2
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AR8112B- Learning for Life and Ministry
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BA9309B Prophetic Voices: Hear the Word of the Lord!
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BN8316B The Story of Jesus, Gospel and Early Church
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BS8111B Reading Scripture: Methods, Practice and Application
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CT8109B Discovering Christian Theology
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CT9110B The Real within the Reel: Theology and Cinema
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DP9147B Reflective Practice for Vocational Formation
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DS9312B Spiritual Formation
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XX9310B Capstone Integrated Project
Semester: 5. Full Year
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DP9121B Supervised Theological Field Education
Graduates may proceed to a Masters award. Graduates who have included a Minor Thesis (16,000 words) in their course may be eligible to apply for admission to a higher degree by research.