DipCS20

Diploma of Christian Studies

CRICOS 088086F

Course information

1

Year/s full time

6

Max years part time

96

Total credits

5

Level of award

Whether you’re fresh out of school or haven’t studied in years, the Diploma of Christian Studies is an ideal starting point for studying the Bible, theology and mission.

Unfortunately, the Bible doesn’t say “Repent, be baptised, and study a Diploma of Christian Studies!” But for people wanting to go deeper in their faith, MST’s Diploma of Christian Studies is highly recommended for providing a solid biblical foundation with plenty of room for ministry training. This one-year course is a springboard for your own personal growth, being equipped for ministry, or for exploring whether you might like to continue studying an undergraduate degree.

Essential Christian Theology – Develop your overall knowledge of the Bible and foundational theological doctrines. Biblical Studies – Grow your ability to interpret the Bible and apply its teachings to your life and ministry. Practical and Applicable – Deepen your understanding of your own particular ministry skills and gifts. Learn how to sustain personal and professional development in both ministry and vocational life. Relevant and Challenging – Engage with essential challenges of contemporary Christianity, society and the wider world.

Delivery options

On Campus, Online

Structure

The Diploma of Christian Studies requires the satisfactory completion of 8 units totalling 96 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:

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 one Christian Thought unit:

Christianity in History (CH)
Theology (TH)
Philosophy & Ethics (PE)

Biblical Exegesis

Complete a Biblical Exegesis Track (two 6cp units totalling one 12cp standard coursework unit):

Introduction to Biblical Interpretation BB008

+ one of:

Principles and Practice of Biblical Exegesis BB013

OR

Methods of Bible Study and Teaching BB014

Spiritual Formation

Complete one of the following units:

Theology for Everyday Life PC121-612, PC121-712
Christian Spirituality: Traditions & Practices PC065-612, PC065-712
Patterns of Spiritual Formation PC045-712

Electives

Complete a further three units of your choice.

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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.

English Language Requirements for NESB

for non-English speaking background

Equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall with no band score lower than 6.0 in each subtest OR 10 years in Australia with English being the language primarily spoken both at home and work.

Fees

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

FEE-HELP

FEE-HELP is available for all AQF-accredited AUT 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.

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 the Austudy website.

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.

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This is a course of the Australian University of Theology

Click the link below to see AUT Diploma of Christian Studies course page.