Andrew Brown
Lecturer, Old Testament and Hebrew
The Bachelor of Theology suits undergraduate students who are interested in attaining a high level of biblical mastery. It involves close attention to one or both of the biblical languages, Hebrew and Greek, and training in the techniques of biblical exegesis, with opportunity for close studies of several biblical books. In the suite of units covered, there is a concentration on biblical and theological units in comparison to other degree types.
Andrew Brown
Lecturer, Old Testament and Hebrew
Course Code: BTH20
Duration: Minimum 3 years, up to 9 years part time.
Overseas Students: Yes (CRICOS 054676J)
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.
Biblical & Theological Foundation
+ one further unit in either Theology (TH) or Philosophy & Ethics (PE)
Biblical Exegesis
OR
+ Principles and Practice of Biblical Exegesis BB013 OR New Biblical Interpretation Unit (TBC)
Primary Course Discipline (Theology Stream)
Complete three units within Primary Course Discipline fields:
Spiritual Formation
Complete one of the following units:
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.
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Applications close 3 July, 2023
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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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