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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.

Course learning 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.

Course structure

The Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry consists of 288 points.

Course Content

18 points in Old Testament
18 points in New Testament
18 points in Church History
18 points in Systematic Theology
a further 36 points in Biblical Studies and/or Christian Thought and History
36 points in Mission and Ministry
a further 144 points

Duration

The standard full-time duration of the Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry is two years. The Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry must be completed in not less than two years and not more than eight years from the date on which the course is commenced.

Standard full-time	2 years
Maximum part-time	8 years

Graduate pathways

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

Admission criteria

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education in an Australian secondary school or the Diploma in Theology, or equivalent.

Prospective students apply by direct entry to a College of the University. The Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) is not used in selection at the University of Divinity.

It may be possible for students to receive credit into their course for prior post-secondary study in theology or ministry.Graduates may proceed to the Bachelor of Ministry or Bachelor of Theology

Fee summary

The Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry requires completion of 16 standard undergraduate units. Fees for 2025 are $2,109 per standard unit or $16,872 for a year of full-time study (8 units).

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