Bachelor of Theology
The Bachelor of Theology critically examines life and faith through the study of scriptures, theological traditions and historical contexts. It aims to broaden self-understanding and facilitate cultural engagement. The Bachelor of Theology assists students to develop knowledge across broad areas of theology and depth in particular areas of interest. It develops research and communication skills, and prepares graduates for further theological study. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course.
On site at St Francis College Milton and/or by Zoom
Study Mode
Full-time 3 years / Part-time up to 9 years
Duration
Course Highlights
You'll be introduced to four main sub-disciplines of theology: Biblical studies, church history, systematic and practical theology subjects. You'll also have the opportunity to choose elective subjects within these disciplines to tailor your studies to meet your interests.
Career Opportunities
The skills and attributes you gain in the Bachelor of Theology are valued in a broad range of careers.
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ADMISSION CRITERIA
Successful completion of the state-issued Certificate of Education in an Australian secondary school, or equivalent.
Prospective students apply by direct entry to St Francis College. The Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) is not used in selection at the University of Divinity.
It may be possible for students to receive credit into their course for prior undergraduate study in related areas.
Satisfactory completion of 24 subjects
Graduation
Graduates of the Bachelor of Theology
have a broad, coherent and critical knowledge of Christian theological traditions and methodologies, with focused knowledge in at least one area.
can articulate the knowledge they have acquired to generate insights and communicate them through clear reasoned argument.
are able to engage theological traditions and contemporary culture.
have a theologically informed basis for engagement and service in community and world.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Subjects
All students regardless of their course of study, are strongly encouraged to contact the Registrar, Linda Burridge, to discuss their course of study prior to making any subject selections.
Biblical Studies
Reading the Bible 1: Introduction to Biblical Texts (BS1001Z/BS8001Z)
Reading the Bible 2: Introduction to Biblical Languages (AL1002Z/AL8002Z)
Becoming the People of God: The Pentateuch in Context (BA2001Z/BA9001Z)
Stories of the Early Christians: The Gospels and Acts in Context (BN2002Z/BN9002Z)
Holy Land Study Tour (BS2051T)
Praying the Psalms: Theology, Poetry and Liturgy (BA2013Z/BA9023Z)
Loving God: The Theological Imagination of John's Writing (BN3001Z/BN9031Z)
New Testament Letters: The Voices of the Early Christians (BN3002Z/BN9032Z)
Words to Live By: The Idea of Wisdom in Biblical Literature (BA3013Z/BA9033Z)
Crying for Justice: Prophetic and Apocalyptic Literature (BS3013Z/BS9033Z)
Biblical Languages
Please contact the Academic Dean for further information
Church History
Telling History: Introduction to Church History (CH1001Z/CH8001Z)
Building a Church: Christianity and Imperium in the First Millennium (CH1002Z/CH8002Z)
Fatally Flawed and Flourishing: Uncovering the Roots of the European ‘Reformations’ (CH2001Z/CH9001Z)
The World ‘Made New’: European ‘Reformations’ and the Reconstruction of Identity (CH2002Z/CH9002Z)
The Church in the Age of Revolutions: Confronting Modernity (CH3001Z/CH9031Z)
Mission & Ministry
Forming Communities: Introduction to Church and Ministry (DA1001Z/DA8001Z)
Pastoral Care: Theological Reflection and Praxis (DP1006Z/ DP8006Z)
Growing Faith: Forming Christians in Multiple Contexts (DA2001Z/DA9001Z)
Bearing Witness: Second Year Capstone (DA2002Z/DA9002Z)
God in Contemporary Culture: Theology & the Arts (DA2013Z/DA9023Z)
From Birth to Death: Life, Loss, and Liturgy (DL3001Z/DL9031Z)
Being Anglican: History and Practice (DL3002Z/DL9032)
Forming Disciples: Undergraduate Capstone (XD3001Z/XD9001Z)
or Undergraduate Capstone Project (XS3900Y)
Systematic Theology
Thinking Theologically 1: Challenges & Tasks (CT1001Z/CT8001Z)
Thinking Theologically 2: Theologies in Context (CT1002Z/CT8001Z)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Approaches to Theology (CT1001M)
Becoming Flesh: The Incarnation of God (CT2001Z/CT9001Z)
Mystical Theology: The Ecstasy of God (CT2002Z/CT9002Z)
At the Edge of Thought: Philosophy and Theology in Dialogue (CT3001Z/CT9031Z) (even years)
Atheism for Christians (CT3300T/CT9300T) (odd years)
Theology in Context: A Case Study (CT3002Z/CT9032Z)
Troublesome Texts: Complex Texts in the Christian Tradition (AR3013Z/AR9033Z)
Thinking With a Theologian: A Case Study (CT3013Z/CT9033Z)
Queer Theology (CT3001P/CT9001P)
The Bachelor of Theology requires completion of 24 standard undergraduate units. Fees for 2024 are $2,047 per standard unit or $16,376 for a year of full-time study (8 units).
Fees are subject to change from year to year. For more information about fees, please visit the Fees page.