Diploma of Ministry

Generally, we find there are students with 2 types of needs Clearly defined needs and goals such as a “I want to become a qualified Chaplain / Counsellor / Teacher / Minister” or “I need to improve myself in leadership and management to meet the needs of a new role” A direction but less defined needs like “I have skills and experience in a certain area X, and want to see how I can add further student to enter a role or field helping people” or it could even be “I have a strong sense to grow and develop in my faith and then want to see where that takes me.” Whatever circumstance brought you to read this, we are glad you are here and want to help you. As a first step, try our course search tool to explore what courses may be suitable for you. If you need more advice or have specific questions, you can always contact our Future students team who would be very happy to understand where you are at and help you. Lastly, we run Open Days on our largest campuses or if you prefer a face-to-face visit, you could schedule a campus visit here.

Students doing a higher education course (Bachelor, Master or equivalent Certificate or Diploma) can study full-time or part time with us, it’s very flexible. Students can choose and adjust their study load each term or semester. Full time study is usually 4 subjects per semester, and anything less than that is part-time. Some students can take 1-2 subjects per semester and still manage to work full-time while studying, so it all depends. We typically say a subject requires a total of about 6-10 hours per week – which could be 1-2 hours in an class on campus, live online or on-demand class. Then allow 5-8 hours of self-paced learning. Students may also apply for a Leave of Absence or defer their studies if they need a break due to any change in their circumstances. There are requirements for courses to be completed within a time period, such as the Diploma of Ministry which is 1 year full-time and up to 4 years part-time. Most of our Bachelor (eg the Bachelor of Theology) allow students up to 10 years part-time.

We offer learning in 2 broad formats – In person / face-to-face and online When you start a course at Alphacrucis, you can choose a primary mode of learning – online or on campus, or a blend of the two to fit your life and your schedule. We find that students may start on one primary mode but end up choosing a mix of modes throughout their course. The ability to mix different modes offers you the best of both worlds – the support of face-to-face time with teaching staff and students, combined with the added flexibility of online learning anytime, anywhere.

Fees are published on each course page – select “domestic” or “international” to see the fees relevant to you. Domestic students will qualify for FEE-help and there are a select number of scholarships available for domestic school leavers studying a Bachelors full-time. There is also a fee summary page here