Undergraduate
Bachelor of Ministry
University of Divinity, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Ministry prepares students for the practice of ministry, establishing foundations through the study of scriptures, theological traditions and historical and contemporary contexts, with concentrated study in ministry praxis. Graduates gain a coherent vision of ministry and the ability to apply theological reflection to shape their practice. It is delivered across 9 University of Divinity member colleges and can be combined with the Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry or the Bachelor of Theology as a dual qualification; it also offers a specific pathway into the Master of Social Work at Flinders University.
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Course structure
- The award consists of 432 points across 24 standard undergraduate units: 72 points in Biblical Studies (at least 18 points in each Testament)
- 36 points in Church History
- 72 points in Systematic Theology
- 36 points in Practical Theology
- 72 points in Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies (including at least 36 points of Supervised Theological Field Education or Clinical Pastoral Education)
- an 18-point Capstone unit
- and 126 further points in any discipline
- with restrictions on Level 1 point load. The Social Work pathway into Flinders University's Master of Social Work requires specific units including Sociology for Mission and Ministry
- Community Ministry
- Justice and Community Development
- Ministry in Liminal Spaces
- Introduction to Psychology
- Engaging Diversity and Ecotheology
Admissions
Minimum academic requirement is one of an Australian Year 12 qualification, the Diploma in Ministry, the Diploma in Theology or the Advanced Diploma in Theology and Ministry; probationary admission is not available. Up to 288 points of credit may be granted, including for a prior Associate Degree or Advanced Diploma, an Australian Bachelor's degree, a 3-year professional teaching or nursing diploma, or specific ageing/pastoral care and Catholic Youth Ministry diplomas, per the University's Credit Policy.
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