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Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Theology qualifies students in theological study by developing or deepening their knowledge and skills in theological disciplines. It serves as a foundation for further study and a means of critically engaging Christian thought and traditions. Graduates are able to articulate insights for Christian life and social engagement.

Course learning outcomes

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Theology:

  1. have knowledge of sources, terms and conceptual frameworks required for theological engagement;
  2. have research, analysis and communication skills applicable to theological studies;
  3. apply skills of interpretation to texts and traditions with awareness of context, implications and application to historical and or contemporary issues;
  4. apply theological and hermeneutical skills in clearly articulating insights relevant to life, work and community settings.

Course structure

The Graduate Certificate in Theology consists of 72 points.

Course StructurePoints
Postgraduate foundational units from at least three Fields72

Locations and modes

Duration

The standard full-time duration of the Graduate Certificate in Theology is six months. The Graduate Certificate in Theology must be completed in not less than six months and not more than two years from the date on which the course is commenced.

Standard full-time6 months
Maximum part-time2 years

Graduate pathways

Graduates may proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Theology or Master of Theological Studies.

Admission criteria

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent. Graduates may proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Theology or Master of Theological Studies.

Credit

Credit of up to 36 points may be granted towards this award.

Exemption without credit may be available as follows:

Prior qualification or trainingMaximum pointsSpecific rules
Bachelor of Theology or Bachelor of Ministry72Exemption without credit for 72 points of Postgraduate Foundational units in three disciplines from at least two Fields

Credit is granted in accordance with the Credit Policy.

Fee summary

The Graduate Certificate in Theology requires the completion of 72 points (3 standard postgraduate units).

Fees for 2026 are $3,384 per unit or $10,152 for a full-time semester (3 units).

Fees are subject to change from year to year. For more information about fees, please visit the Fees page.

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