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Melbourne School of Theology

Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry

Have you found that you have some time on your hands and would like to invest it in something worthwhile? Would you like to learn how to navigate through God’s Word and become firmly grounded in the essential truths of Scripture?
How to Apply

Introduction

The Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry is an ideal starting point for studying the Bible, mission and ministry. Whether you’re fresh out of school or haven’t studied in years, we have a dedicated team who will help you every step of the way.

This accredited short course is an excellent opportunity to upskill for your ministry. If you lead in church, bible study teaching, teaching in kids ministry, or other areas, this course will equip you with a great biblical foundation and provide you with opportunities to focus on areas that you are interested in.

This course offers you a huge amount of flexibility as it can be completed fully online or fully on-campus. On the other hand, you can also choose a mixture of online and on-campus units.

This study opportunity is being offered for a limited time and all these units can be accredited and transferred to other undergraduate courses.

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Gillian Asquith

Lecturer in Biblical Studies

Course Details

Overview

Course Code: UCMIN20

Type: Diploma
AQF Level: 5

Duration: Minimum 0.5 year, up to 2 years part time.

Structure

The Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry requires the satisfactory completion of 4 units totalling 48 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.

 

Complete at least 1 of the following units:

  • Old Testament Foundations OT001-512
  • Old Testament Prophets and Writings OT002-512
  • Jesus and the Gospels NT001-512
  • The Early New Testament Church NT002-512

 

Complete at least 2 of the following units:

  • Mission Perspectives EM001-512
  • Living Faiths EM021-612
  • Understanding the Hadith EM051-612
  • Mission Leadership Foundations EM059-512
  • Gospel, Church and Australian Culture EM431-612
  • Principles of Evangelism EM024-512
  • Principles of Leadership and Management PC079-612
  • Christian Worship PC004-512
  • Patterns of Spiritual Formation PC045-512
  • Pastoral Care PC002-612
  • Field Education PC044-512
  • Preaching PC047-612
  • Chaplaincy Skills PC049-612
  • Christian Spirituality: Traditions & Practices PC065-612
  • Theology for Everyday Life PC121-612

 

Complete 1 unit of your choice:

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Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

 

  • Satisfactorily completed Year 12 with an ATAR of 65 or above, or
  • Successful completion of a qualification at AQF Level 5 or above, or
  • Demonstrate academic suitability through a pre-entrance task.

 

Language Qualifications for NESB

 

  • Equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall with no band score lower than 6.5 in each subtest OR 10 years in Australia with English being the language primarily spoken both at home and work.

Fees and Support

Fees

For a breakdown on the fees for this course please visit our fees page here.

FEE-HELP

  • FEE-HELP is available for all ACT courses for Australian Citizens and those holding special Visas.*

  • Enrolled students need to apply for FEE-HELP by the Census Date of their first semester of enrolment.

  • Continuing to receive FEE-HELP is dependant upon the student’s academic progress. A student must pass 50% of their units each semester to continue receiving FEE-HELP.*Some conditions apply – see studyassist.gov.au for more information.

Austudy

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

Youth Allowance

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

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Where this course can lead you

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Pastoral Position

Pastor, teacher or minister with responsibility for preaching and/or teaching, providing leadership in various ministry contexts.

Cross-Cultural Ministry

Leader of staff in cross-cultural ministry, whether in Australia or internationally.

Bible translator

Bible translation work in Australia or internationally.

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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

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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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