The Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies course is designed for those who hold a tertiary qualification in a non-theological discipline, who wish to pursue a graduate qualification in theology. Students will be able to critically engage Christian thought and traditions, enhance their professional work, and give expression to insights for Christian living.
The Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies focuses on introducing students to the discipline of Biblical Studies and the subdiscipline of Systematic Theology, equipping them with foundational knowledge for further study in these two areas.
Award Summary
Course Title
Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies
AQF Level
AQF 8 – Graduate Certificate
Postnominals
GradCertTheoStud
Entry Requirements
An AQF 7 Award
Course Duration
6 months full-time or up to 1.5 years part-time
Course Delivery
Online
Course Structure
36 credit points (4 course units) at AQF 8 or AQF 9 level (8100 or 9200 series)
The four units include:
- One foundational unit in Systematic Theology
- One foundational unit in Biblical Studies
- Two elective units
Articulation to Other Awards
The Graduate Certificate is a stand-alone award; however, it can also qualify students for the Graduate Diploma of Theological Studies (AQF 8) or Master of Theological Studies (AQF 9), should they wish to further their studies.
Thus, the Graduate Certificate articulates directly into either the Graduate Diploma of Theological Studies or Master of Theological Studies. Upon completion of either of these further awards, the student is required to surrender their Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies.
