The Graduate Certificate in Arts course is an exit point from the Graduate Diploma in Arts. It is designed for those who hold a tertiary qualification in a non-theological discipline and who wish to pursue a graduate qualification in the broad area of theology, or who are seeking skills in theological or related studies, to enhance their knowledge and skills. This graduate entry award allows a graduate from a non-theological area to learn content and develop skills in the areas of biblical, applied and systematic theology, and related areas, such as Christian education, counselling, ministry and missions.

Level and Duration of Course

• The course has been developed as a full-time equivalent program. Students may enrol in a full time or part time basis.
• 24 credit points (typically 4 units each of 6 credit points) over 6 months full time.

General Award

BB122.406 Biblical Studies
TH250.406 Theological Foundations

Plus 12 credit points taken from any Level 4 units within the College

Specialisations with a named award

4 specialisations with named award are available

Graduate Certificate in Arts - Theology
BB122.406 Biblical Studies
TH250.406 Theological Foundations

Plus 12 credit points from the following:
BB132.406 Introduction to Biblical Interpretation
HS305.406 Early Church History (or other History Unit with permission)
TH221.406 Christology

Graduate Certificate in Arts - Mission Studies
BB122.406 Biblical Studies
TH250.406 Theological Foundations

Plus 12 credit points from the following:
MS221.406 Biblical Theology of Mission
HS232.406 History of the World Christian Movement
MS211.406 Cultural Anthropology

Graduate Certificate in Arts - Ministry
BB122.406 Biblical Studies
TH250.406 Theological Foundations

Plus 12 credit points from the following:
BB132.406 Introduction to Biblical Interpretation
MN310.406 Theology of Ministry
TH220.406 Church Mission and Ministry

Graduate Certificate in Arts - Christian Education
BB122.406 Biblical Studies
TH201.406 Theological Foundations for the Arts

Plus at least 12 credit points from the following
ED110.406 Christian Religious Education
ED125.406 Moral and Spiritual Development of Children and Adolescents
ED229.406 Christian Worldview and Curriculum