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The Bachelor of Theology course is a primary undergraduate award that provides a broad and coherent study of theology and related disciplines through a structure of majors and sub-majors. This degree prepares candidates for professional and lay Christian ministry and for further learning beyond the degree.
Bachelor of Theology
AQF 7 – Bachelor Degree
BTh
ATAR of 65
Mature Age Entry for 21+
3 years full-time or up to 9 years part-time
Online and face-to-face at our Horsley Park Campus
216 credit points (24 course units) at AQF 7 level (7100–7200 series)
Disciplines: Biblical Studies, Humanities in the Christian Tradition (Church History, Philosophy), Christian Life and Ministry (Christian Spirituality, Mission, Pastoral Counselling, Pastoral Theology, Worship and Liturgy), Theology (Systematic Theology, Christian Ethics, Worship and Liturgy)
Sub-Disciplines: Biblical Studies, Christian Ethics, Christian Spirituality, Church History, Mission, Pastoral Counselling, Pastoral Theology, Philosophy, Systematic Theology, Worship and Liturgy.
Articulation to Other SCD Awards
Students may articulate to the Bachelor of Theology (Honours) provided they meet the entry requirements.
Introduction to Theology |
Critical Thinking & Writing in Theological Studies |
Introduction to the New Testament |
The Sacraments |
Syriac 1 |
Introduction to the Old Testament |
Introduction to Christian Doctrines |
Syriac 2 |
Peshitta Studies 1 |
Introduction to Christian Worship |
The Person and Work of Christ |
Eastern Christian Hymnody |
Early Church Fathers (Assyrian) |
History of the Early Church |
Peshitta Studies 2 |
The Four Gospels |
Marriage, Family and Sexual Ethics |
Sources & Principles of Christian Ethics |
Pauline Literature |
Liturgical Rites |
Sacraments 2 |
The Human Person |
Introduction to Christian Spirituality |
History of the Church in the Modern Era |