Gillian Asquith
Lecturer in Biblical Studies
The Bachelor of Christian Studies is one of our most versatile and unique awards. It provides a fantastic benefit for those interested in Business, Music, Education and other disciplines, as it allows students to incorporate one year of tertiary study from another institution in their theological training. You will gain a Christian perspective on work and life, integrating your faith with the knowledge and skills you receive from your chosen university.
Gillian Asquith
Lecturer in Biblical Studies
Course Code: BCS20
The Bachelor of Theology requires the satisfactory completion of 24 units totalling 288 credit points. A full-time rate consists of 3-4 units per semester, and part-time of 1-2 units per semester.
The equivalent of one year of fulltime equivalent from degree level study at an Australian University in a non-theological field of which at least 75% must form a coherent area of study is applied as 96cps (eight units) of Recognised Prior Learning, leaving 192cps (sixteen units) to complete.
Biblical & Theological Foundation
Biblical Exegesis
+ Principles and Practice of Biblical Exegesis BB013
Spiritual Formation
Complete one of the following units:
Project
Complete an independent study project that relates to your non-theological area of study to the Christian faith: IN200-712
Electives
Complete a further three 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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