Bachelor of Theology and Bachelor of Ministry

The Bachelor of Ministry prepares students for the practice of ministry.

It establishes foundations for ministry through the study of scriptures, theological traditions, historical and contemporary contexts.

It requires concentrated study in ministry praxis.

The Bachelor of Ministry provides a foundation for graduates to understand and articulate their identity and place in the world.

The dual qualification Bachelor of Theology and Bachelor of Ministry consists of 576 points comprised of:

1. 72 points in a discipline or disciplines in Field B (Biblical Studies) which must include at least 18 points in each Testament;
2. 36 points in the discipline of Church History;
3. 72 points in the discipline of Systematic Theology;
4. 36 points in a discipline or disciplines in Field D (Theology: Mission and Ministry);
5. 72 points of units in the discipline of Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies including at least 36 points of Supervised Theological Field Education or Clinical Pastoral Education; and
6. A further 288 points.

The course of study for the Bachelor of Theology and Bachelor of Ministry:

a) must not include more than 252 points at level 1; and

b) must include at least 144 points at level 3 including 36 points at level 3 in either a discipline or disciplines in Field B (Biblical Studies) or in the discipline of Systematic Theology and 36 points at level 3 in a discipline or disciplines in Field D (Theology: Mission and Ministry).

Successful completion of Year 12 in an Australian secondary school, or equivalent.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Theology

1. have a broad, coherent and critical knowledge of Christian theological traditions and methodologies, with focused knowledge in at least one area.
2. can articulate the knowledge they have acquired to generate insights and communicate them through clear reasoned argument.
3. are able to engage theological traditions and contemporary culture.
4. have a theologically informed basis for engagement and service in community and world.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Ministry

1. have a broad, coherent and critical knowledge of Christian theological traditions and methodologies, with focused knowledge in ministry studies.
2. can articulate a coherent vision of ministry and communicate that vision through clear reasoned argument and demonstrated ability.
3. are able to engage theological traditions and contemporary culture.
4. have an informed basis for engagement, ministry and service.
5. apply the skills of theological reflection to shape their practice of ministry.