Bachelor of Theology/Bachelor of Global Studies
Australian Catholic University
About
The Bachelor of Theology/Bachelor of Global Studies is a double degree for people not only interested in theology but also the global social, political, cultural, environmental and economic changes.
This course offers an international education, with students recommended to study abroad and/or do an internship that provides international work experience and networks.
The Bachelor of Theology/Bachelor of Global Studies offers students with a unique opportunity to study abroad (ACU has over 60 partner institutions around the world), or gain valuable international workplace experience with one of our internship partners.
Students will also study the Catholic theological tradition with an ecumenical and inter-faith perspective, as well as its relationship to other traditions and the potential for responding to the demands of the present and future.
Students have the opportunity to study a Diploma of Languages in either Spanish or Italian alongside their degree to further enhance their employment opportunities.
Structure
| Year – Study Period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 | Unit 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | HIST115 Global history: six degrees of separation | THBS100 Introduction to the Bible | UNCC100 Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society | THEL103 Christianity Established: From Sect to Society | THCP104 Integrated Theological Studies A |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | POLS104 Introduction to international relations | Theology elective 1 | THCP105 Prayer and Liturgy | THCT100 What Christians Believe | |
| Year 2 - Semester 1 | Global studies elective 1 | Theology elective 2 | THBS209 New Testament letters (Pre: THBS100) OR THBS210 The canonical gospels (Pre: THBS100) | THCT212 Christ, creation and salvation (Pre: THBS100, THCT100) OR THCT213 The triune God (Pre: THBS100, THCT100) | |
| Year 2 - Semester 2 | Global studies list B | Global studies elective 2 | THBS204 Biblical prophets (Pre: THBS100) OR THBS205 Narratives of ancient Israel (Pre: THBS100) | THCT202 Christian symbol, ritual and sacrament (Pre: THBS100, THCT100) OR THCT216 Introduction to moral theology (Pre: THBS100, THCT100 ) | |
| Year 3 - Semester 1 | Global studies list A | Theology elective 3 | THBS209 New Testament letters (Pre: THBS100) OR THBS210 The canonical gospels (Pre: THBS100) | THCT212 Christ, creation and salvation (Pre: THBS100, THCT100) OR THCT213 The triune God (Pre: THBS100, THCT100) | |
| Year 3 - Semester 2 | Study abroad GLST301-GLST304 OR GLST300 Global studies international internship** | ||||
| Year 4 - Semester 1 | GLST305 Global studies research project (Pre: At least 20 credit points of specified Global Studies units) | Global studies list C | Theology elective 4 | UNCC300 Justice and change in a global world (Pre: UNCC100) | |
| Year 4 - Semester 2 | THBS301 The Bible and social justice (Pre: 60 credit points in each of Biblical Studies and Christian Thought) or THCT306 Theology: integration and synthesis (Pre: 60 credit points in each of Biblical Studies and Christian Thought) | THBS204 Biblical prophets (Pre: THBS100) OR THBS205 Narratives of ancient Israel (Pre: THBS100) | THCT202 Christian symbol, ritual and sacrament (Pre: THBS100, THCT100) OR THCT216 Introduction to moral theology (Pre: THBS100, THCT100 ) |
Entry requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy that includes meeting a minimum ATAR requirement.
International applicants must also comply with the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12, or equivalent:
New South Wales
- Assumed knowledge: 2 units of English (any) (Band 3)
Queensland
- Prerequisites: English (Units 3 & 4, C)
Victoria
- Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.
*Disclaimer: The Course entry requirements above are for 2021 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.
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