Advanced Diploma of Theology
This is a course of the Australian College of Theology
The Advanced Diploma of Theology provides a biblical and theological foundation for long term vocational ministry and further study, and will equip you with knowledge and skills for effective ministry to children and young people.
Ideal for:
A two-year traineeship for children's and youth ministry.
Being equipped for vocational ministry.
Pathways to further theological study at ACT colleges and Moore College.*
*Students seeking entry into second year of Moore College are required to complete an Advanced Diploma of Theology, Associate Degree of Ministry or Associate Degree of Theology with a credit average. This course must include NT Greek and other specified units in Theology, Bible, and Church History.
Rationale
Introduces students to the sources and content of the Christian story and message, and provides training which emphasises application and articulation of this story and message in the contemporary world at a higher level than the Diploma of Theology.
The course in Theology will concentrate on the disciplines by which knowledge of God is developed and articulated in two main fields:
Bible & Languages (LA, OT, NT, BB)
Christian Thought & History (TH, CH, PE)
The course provides a grounding for ministry by establishing a foundation in theological knowledge and reflection.
Through elective units students can:
Follow study tracks in Bible & Languages and in Christian Thought & History
Develop practical ministry skills (EM, PC, DE)
Course Structure
The Advanced Diploma of Theology requires 144 credit points (12 units) for completion. The course duration is 1.5 years full-time, or can be completed over several years part-time.
Common Core
24cps Old / New Testament Introduction (from OT001-512, OT002-512, NT001-512, NT002-512)
24cps in Christian Thought (CH/TH/PE)
Primary Course Discipline
48cps LA / BB / NT / OT / CH / TH / PE, including at least 12cps at Level 6 or above
Credit Electives
At least 48cps units electives from any unit field
Units in this course are completed at Level 5 and above, including at least 24cps (2 units) at Level 6 or above.
Sample Course
For students training for Children’s and Youth Ministry (on campus Mon-Tue)
First Year:
OT001-512 Old Testament Foundations
TH008-512 The Doctrine of God and the Person and Work of Christ
PC076-512 Personal and Spiritual Formation for Christian Ministry
DE037-512 Foundations of Children’s and Youth Ministry
NT001-512 Jesus and the Gospels
TH009-512 The Holy Spirit, Grace, Church and Hope
Second Year:
DE011-512 Youth in the Churches / DE015-512 Young Adults’ Ministry / DE022-512 Children’s Ministry Skills
CH002-512 Christianity in History from 1550
NT022-512 New Testament Apocalyptic
OT020-512 The Psalter / OT022-512 Isaiah
LA005-612 New Testament Greek A
LA006-612 New Testament Greek B
All Units Offered
On Campus (Newtown)
OT001-512 Old Testament Foundations
OT020-512 The Psalter / OT020-612 The Psalter
OT022-512 Isaiah / OT022-612 Isaiah
NT001-512 Jesus and the Gospels
NT002-512 The Early New Testament Church
NT022-512 New Testament Apocalyptic / NT022-612 New Testament Apocalyptic
TH008-512 The Doctrine of God and the Person and Work of Christ
TH009-512 The Holy Spirit, Grace, Church and Hope
CH002-512 Christianity in History from 1550
PE001-512 Christian Ethics
DE037-512 Foundations of Children’s and Youth Ministry
DE011-512 Youth in the Churches
DE015-512 Young Adults’ Ministry
DE022-512 Children’s Ministry Skills
DE045-512 Formative Christian Teaching
DE019-612 Sexuality and Identity
DE042-612 Intergenerational Ministry
DE036-612 Children's and Youth Ministry in the Anglican Diocese of Sydney
LA005-612 New Testament Greek A
LA006-612 New Testament Greek B
By Intensive (NSW Mid-North Coast)
PC076-512 Personal and Spiritual Formation for Christian Ministry
Online
OT001-512 Old Testament Foundations
OT002-512 Old Testament Prophets and Writings
OT020-512 The Psalter / OT020-612 The Psalter
OT022-512 Isaiah / OT022-612 Isaiah
NT001-512 Jesus and the Gospels
NT002-512 The Early New Testament Church
NT016-512 The Fourth Gospel / NT016-612 The Fourth Gospel
NT022-512 New Testament Apocalyptic / NT022-612 New Testament Apocalyptic
TH008-512 The Doctrine of God and the Person and Work of Christ
TH009-512 The Holy Spirit, Grace, Church and Hope
CH001-512 Christianity in History to 1550
CH002-512 Christianity in History from 1550
DE010-512 Youth Ministry
DE015-512 Young Adults Ministry
DE020-512 Church-based Children’s Ministry
EM004-512 Evangelism: An Introduction
PC003-512 Pastoral Skills and Methods / PC003-612 Pastoral Skills and Methods
PC035-512 Principles of Leadership and Management
PC047-512 Preaching I / PC047-612 Preaching I
Admission Requirements
ATAR: Completion of Year 12 with an ATAR of 65 or above; OR
Previous Qualifications:; Successful completion of a qualification at AQF Level 5 or above; OR
Demonstrate Academic Suitability for course: Test, Brief Essay, or Interview.
Language Qualifications for NESB: IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.0 in each subtest OR 10 years in Australia with English being the language primarily spoken both at home and work.
Articulation Options
ASDEGTH20
BTH20
Exit Options
UCTH20
Learning Outcomes
Discipline Knowledge and Understanding
1. Demonstrate a wider range of knowledge of the Bible and Christian Thought & History as academic disciplines
2. Apply the key spiritual and ethical implications of biblical and theological knowledge and understanding
Inquiry and Analysis
3. Collect, summarise, and analyse information from a wider range of biblical and theological sources and scholarship in inquiry based learning
Problem Solving and Integration
4. Construct evidence-based perspectives and responses to key biblical and theological issues by using a wider range of source materials and methods
Communication
5. Present key biblical and theological ideas, knowledge and principles to, and engage with, different audiences using a variety of formats
Teamwork and Professional Practice
6. Under supervision, apply key biblical and theological understanding in formal ministry contexts and the wider community
Engagement with the World
7. Engage with the key challenges of contemporary Christianity, society and the wider world
Continuous Learning and Professional Development
8. Demonstrate a capacity for reflection and learning to sustain personal and professional development in Christian life and ministry
Course Rules
Maximum concurrent enrolment load: 60cps