Postgraduate: Course rule and topic information

Graduate Certificate in
Theological Studies

(GradCertThSt)

INTRODUCTION

COURSE AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

This course is specifically aimed at teachers and other professionals as a form of professional development and training. It is not a basic requirement for employment. It is designed to provide teachers of religious education and other professionals in the field of religion with a sound understanding of contemporary theology and biblical studies and to provide opportunities to reflect on theological dimensions of professional and social life.

It is anticipated that this course will provide a pathway to further postgraduate study within Theology.

Learning outcomes

At the completion of this award will have acquired knowledge and skills in several areas of contemporary academic theology.

COURSE RULE

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must normally hold an approved three year degree or equivalent qualification from a tertiary institution. However, the Faculty Board may, under certain circumstances and subject to specific conditions, admit others who can show evidence of fitness for candidature.

CREDIT

Limited credit may be granted for relevant topics taken at the University or other institutions.

PROGRAM OF STUDY [November, 2008]

To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies, a student must complete 18 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the following program of study:

Core topics

THEO8201	Interpreting the Gospels   [I/E]	6
THEO8301	Jesus Christ: Introducing Christian Theology   [I/E]	6

Elective topics
and 6 units from the following elective topics:

I/E = Internal and External mode

E = External mode only

Other topics require permission of the Program Approver.

Except with the permission of the Faculty Board, the program must be completed within four consecutive semesters.