University Certificate in Theology

 (UnivCertTh)

This course provides a basic introduction to the main areas of theology, including biblical studies, theological studies, church history, and mission and pastoral studies.

Duration: 1-2 years full-time, 2-4 years part-time
By distance education: Yes
International: Yes
ATAR/ENTER Cut-off: N/A

 

About the course

This course provides one-year full-time equivalent (eight subjects) courses in theology. The course is an introduction to the main areas of theology including biblical studies, theological studies, church history, and pastoral and worship studies.

Aims

  • To provide a course in theology for students for whom a one or two-year study program is their preferred option.
  • To introduce students to foundational areas of study across the general theological curriculum.
  • To provide a platform and incentive for on going theological study.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course students will have:

  • acquired basic knowledge in biblical studies, theological studies and church history.
  • developed basic skills in critical thinking in theology.
  • an understanding of current developments in theological and biblical studies and their relevance to ministry.
  • contexts.
  • capacity to undertake further studies in theology beyond the University Certificate and Diploma level.

Further Study

The structure of the Diploma of Theology is such that regardless of the combination of restricted electives a student completes in the
University Certificate, upon admission of the student to the Diploma, all subjects completed in the University Certificate will fit into the Diploma structure and all Diploma requirements are able to be met.

Fees

Information about course fees can be found on the CSU web site at http://www.csu.edu.au/division/finserv/students/fees.htm

Course Structure

Information about course structure can be found on the CSU web site at http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/theology_diploma_uc/course_struct.html

Further Information

For more information please contact the Course Coordinator John Squires:



Last modified by Renee Kelly on October 20, 2009