Gillian Asquith
Lecturer in Biblical Studies
The Advanced Diploma in Ministry introduces you to the sources and content of the Christian story and message and provides training which emphasises the application and practice of this story and message in the contemporary world.
This course integrates studies in the Bible and Christian tradition with practical experience and includes supervised practice-based learning where appropriate.
Through your own choice of elective units, you can develop particular ministry skills in the three fields of Ministry & Practice and deepen your understanding of the Bible and Christian thought & history.
Gillian Asquith
Lecturer in Biblical Studies
Course Code: ADVDIPM20
Duration: Minimum 1.5 years, up to 8 years part time.
Overseas Students: Yes (CRICOS 054667K)
The Advanced Diploma of Ministry requires the satisfactory completion of 12 units totalling 144 credit points. Full-time students normally take a study load of 3-4 units per semester, and part-time students 1-2 units per semester.
Biblical and Theological Foundation
Complete two Biblical Foundation units:
Complete two Christian Thought units from Christianity in History (CH), Theology (TH), or Philosophy and Ethics (PE).
+ One of:
Principles and Practice of Biblical Exegesis BB013
OR
Methods of Bible Study and Teaching BB014
Primary Course Discipline (Ministry Stream)
Complete four units in primary course discipline, which includes:
Electives
Complete a further four units of your choice.
Academic Qualifications
Language Qualifications for NESB
If you are 25 years or older and an Australian Citizen you may be eligible for Austudy for your course.
To find out if you are eligible please visit:
www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/services/centrelink/austudy
If you are 18 – 24 years old, an Australian Citizen and planning to study full-time, you may be eligible for Youth Allowance for your course.
To find out if you are eligible please visit:
www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/services/centrelink/youth-allowance-students-and-australian-apprentices
“I wanted to learn at a school that embraced my beliefs and values. The Melbourne School of Theology does just that.”
Hannah Halliday, Pastor
Graduate Diploma of Divinity
Pastor, teacher or minister with responsibility for preaching and/or teaching, providing leadership in various ministry contexts.
Leader of staff in cross-cultural ministry, whether in Australia or internationally.
Bible translation work in Australia or internationally.
Alternatively you can get in touch with one of our Student Services team and chat further around study options, we are always here to help!
Applications close 3 July, 2023
We know undertaking study can be a big decision. There are many pathways you can take to get to where you want to go.
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MST is approved to deliver courses of the Australian College of Theology including the diploma, undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate qualifications offered by MST.
These are self-accredited by the ACT under the authority of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).
Melbourne School of Theology is an Affiliated College of the Australian College of Theology, CRICOS:02650E
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri People as the traditional custodians of God’s land on which MST stands, and pay our respects to their elders past and present, and our support for the emerging leaders of the future.
Melbourne School of Theology is a non-denominational Bible college, based in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Since 1920, MST has been passionate about training those with a heart for ministry and mission with a solid Biblical grounding in God’s Word.
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