Graduate Certificate of Divinity

Australian University of Theology Limited

CRICOS Institution Code 02650E

Duration

26 weeks

Delivery

On campus at an approved affiliated college, or online

Study Load

Full-time or part-time

Intakes

—

Course Overview

About This Course

The Graduate Certificate of Divinity is a postgraduate award in divinity at Level 8 of the Australian Qualifications Framework. It consists of 48 credit points, which normally takes half a year of full-time study or the part-time equivalent, with up to two years allowed to complete the course part-time.

An AQF Level 8 award for advanced knowledge, professional skills and a pathway to further learning, the Graduate Certificate of Divinity is designed to enhance the University’s graduate attributes in students. It is intended as a general purpose award that gives students who are already graduates the opportunity to undertake study at an advanced level in selected units across the teaching departments of Bible and Languages, Christian Thought and History, and Ministry and Practice.

The course serves either as an introduction to the study of theology and ministry — allowing students to sample units from a range of disciplines — or as a means of developing a subject specialism by selecting units from one or two disciplines. Its 48 credit points are taken from any units in the ASCED field of Religious Studies (091703) at Level 8 or above; all units offered by the University fall within that field. Units in this course are completed at Level 8 and above.

The Graduate Certificate articulates to the Graduate Diploma of Divinity, the Master of Divinity, the Master of Intercultural Studies, the Master of Ministry, the Master of Missional Leadership and the Master of Theological Studies. It is taught through the University’s affiliated theological colleges around Australia and is also offered as an online course.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

221 Queen St, Level 3, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

AU$13,152 (total course fee, 2026)

Study Mode

Full-time or part-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Academic requirements:

Completed 3 year bachelor degree or equivalent; OR
Alternative admission on individual application to the University Registrar, requiring 5 years’ ministry or relevant industry experience (paid or unpaid); the written support of a referee who holds a relevant Masters degree from the University or equivalent; successful completion of a previous qualification at AQF Level 5 or above; and being at least 25 years of age. Admission under this clause is at the discretion of the University Registrar and is decided case by case.
On successful completion of the Graduate Certificate under this admission pathway, students can articulate to other postgraduate courses which would normally have required completion of a bachelor degree for admission.

English language requirements:

IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in reading and writing, and 6.5 in listening and speaking; OR the applicant has been resident in Australia for ten (10) or more years, with English being the language primarily spoken either at home or at work (or both). For further information, refer to the University’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

Additional conditions for international students:

This course is registered on CRICOS and is available to overseas students at selected delivery locations only.
Overseas students who are currently onshore are not eligible to enrol in AUT’s fully online courses.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the course may go on to work as:

Teacher or ordained minister in a congregation with responsibility for preaching, teaching, and preparing people for church membership
Pastor with responsibility for providing leadership in various ministry and pastoral care contexts
Leader able to take part in wider debates in the church, the denomination, or society with respect to interpreting and mediating the Christian tradition in the modern world
Leader preparing for higher degrees in theology and ministry
Teacher of diploma level units in the graduate’s specialisation in a theological or Bible college

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian College of Theology (ACT) / relevant denominational body

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

VETASSESS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units1 units

48cps

Units from any unit field in the ASCED field of Religious Studies (091703) at Level 8 or above

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total estimated cost of the Graduate Certificate of Divinity?

The estimated total course cost is AU$15,444, which comprises a tuition fee of AU$15,144 and a non-tuition fee of AU$300.

Where can I study the Graduate Certificate of Divinity?

The course is available at several campuses, including School of Theology in Brisbane (QLD), Queensland Theological College (QLD), Melbourne School of Theology in Wantirna (VIC), Reformed Theological College (VIC), Ridley College (VIC), and Morling College in Perth (WA).

How long does the Graduate Certificate of Divinity take to complete?

The Graduate Certificate of Divinity has a duration of 26 weeks.

What field of study does the Graduate Certificate of Divinity fall under?

The course falls under the broad field of Society and Culture, with a narrow field of Philosophy and Religious Studies, and a detailed field of Religious Studies (Field of Education code 091703).

Is the Graduate Certificate of Divinity eligible for Post-Study Work Rights?

No. The Graduate Certificate of Divinity is not eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, as it is a Graduate Certificate level qualification and not a Skills Level 1 qualification (Bachelor, Masters or PhD), which is one of the required criteria for eligibility.

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