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6 months
Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, Face to Face
Full time / Part time / Online / On-campus / Blended · 130 hours per subject (1 point being 10 hours of study per week)
March (S1) | August (S2) | November (Summer)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
30 Cowper Street, NSW - Alphacrucis College Limited
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian College of Theology (ACT) / relevant denominational body
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
VETASSESS
Course Content
Faith and Purpose
Discover the foundations of faith and how it relates to one's worldview and purpose. Students will explore the Christian story from Scripture and express ideas of their own faith, examine how faith shapes views on the meaning and purpose of life, the value of humanity and ideas of human flourishing.
Introduction to Theology
Gaining a foundational understanding of theology equips you with the tools to interpret Christian beliefs and their application to life and mission. This subject explores the historical and contemporary formation of core doctrines such as the Trinity, creation, and redemption.
Pentecostal Theology [Third Party Only]
This subject is delivered for City Harvest Church students.
Special Elective in Biblical Studies: Pentecostal Theology
This special elective is designed to coincide with the Cartledge Lecture.
Destruction and Hope in the Prophets
Commence from Sem 2, 2026.
Advanced Research in Theology
This subject has been designed to assist students in crafting a comprehensive research proposal in their discipline area. Throughout the semester, students will engage in monthly meetings with their dedicated research supervisor.
Christ and Salvation
Understanding Christology enriches your comprehension of the historical, biblical, and contemporary perspectives on the person and work of Jesus Christ.
Pneumatology
This subject examines the development of beliefs about the Holy Spirit, particularly from a Pentecostal perspective, and how these influence the doctrine and practice of the church today.
Christian Ethics
This unit helps students to think through how they go about making ethical decisions. It argues against legalism and sets up a theological method of approaching ethics that prioritises grace and the power of the Spirit.
Trinity and Christian Life
This subject is designed to give you a depth of understanding about the nature and being of God as Triune and the radical significance of who God is.
Apologetics
This course explores traditional 'proofs' of the existence of God and analyses their contemporary relevance. It considers the relationship between theology and science and provides students with tools to defend central elements of the gospel.
Creation and Humanity
This subject provides insight into the Christian perspectives on the origins of the universe and human nature. Students will explore the doctrine of creation, the concept of humans being made in the image of God, and the intricate relationship between divine providence and human freedom.
Theology and Psychology
This subject explores concepts such as the imago Dei, soul, and consciousness, and applies them to understand identity, meaning, and well-being.
Ecclesiology
Ecclesiology is the study of the church. This unit reflects critically on the nature and mission of the church and puts in place biblical and theological foundations for understanding the church.
Pastoral Administration and Management
This unit equips you with valuable skills for effectively managing various aspects of church life and community engagement, including evaluating ministry needs, comparing church management models, and addressing compliance issues.
Pentecostal Ministry Foundations
This unit explores the foundations of the Pentecostal movement and provides an overview of Pentecostal history and the biblical foundations of Pentecostalism.
Preaching and Public Communication
Preach by bridging the gap between ancient texts and exploring effective ways to communicate biblically sound truths to a modern world.
Relationships
This unit aims to develop skills to strengthen your relationships and to assist those you minister to in everyday life, covering friendships, marriage, family, and changing dynamics through life stages.
Healing Ministry
Students undertaking this unit will have the opportunity to investigate the theology and practice of healing ministry.
Common Questions
Yes. This course meets the theological qualification requirements to be an ordained minister in churches that are part of the Australian Christian Churches movement, which represents over 1,100 churches throughout Australia and neighbouring countries. If your church is part of another denomination, you should check with your church or denomination office if this course is also recognised for credentialled ministry.
Yes. The Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies is a nested course within the Graduate Diploma in Theological Studies and the Master of Theological Studies. Students who earn the Graduate Certificate as a stand-alone award can choose to progress onto Masters level awards at Alphacrucis University College.
Each subject costs $3,150 and FEE-HELP is available for eligible domestic students.
The course is available via Online Recorded, Online Live, Mixed Mode, and Face to Face study modes. Study locations include Online, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide, though some subjects are only available on campus — students should check the timetable to confirm location and mode.
The course comprises 4 subjects totalling 40 credit points: 2 core subjects (ACA401 Faith and Purpose and THE405 Introduction to Theology, worth 20 credit points) and 2 elective subjects (worth 20 credit points). Electives may be taken in the disciplines of Biblical Studies (BIB), Cross Cultural Ministry (CCM), Ministry (MIN), or Theology (THE) at 400 level or above. Each subject is 10 credit points and involves 130 hours of total study.
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