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COURSES

COURSES ⋅ GRADUATE DEGREES

Graduate Certificate of Divinity (Chaplaincy Pathway)

The Graduate Certificate of Divinity (Chaplaincy Pathway) is designed for Christians who already hold an undergraduate qualification and are seeking to serve young people in their communities through school chaplaincy and youth ministry.

Created in partnership with SU Australia, this course offers a recognised qualification that blends foundational theological training with essential pastoral care skills.

By completing this diploma, you will be well-prepared to meet the high demand for school-based chaplains, as well as roles in youth and pastoral ministry within church contexts.

In partnership with SU Australia

This course is endorsed by and created in partnership with SU Australia, the nation’s largest employer of school chaplains. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required by SU Australia, giving you a direct path to becoming a school chaplain.

Comprehensive Biblical foundation

Dive into the richness of the Christian story, exploring significant Biblical texts and theological principles. This foundational knowledge prepares you to understand and live out your faith with respect and integrity.

Practical ministry skills

Develop the skills to provide effective pastoral care to young people, their families, and the wider community through hands-on training with experienced and supportive lecturers. This course emphasises the application of theoretical knowledge, ensuring you are well-equipped to serve in real-world contexts.

Direct path to rewarding career

The Diploma of Ministry (Chaplaincy Pathway) meets the requirements for school chaplaincy in Australia. You will also gain a solid foundation for church-based ministry with young people. With this qualification, you will be positioned to make a meaningful impact in your community through chaplaincy and youth ministry.

COURSE STRUCTURE

4 units | 48 credit points | 0.5 yrs FT, up to 2 yrs PT | On-campus & off-campus live stream

Graduate Certificate of Divinity course structure:

Pastoral Skills & Methods

Chaplaincy Skills 1

Chaplaincy in Educational Settings

1 Unit from any field

Note: Biblical Introduction, Church History and Greek A & B are offered every year, while the other units run on a two-year cycle. Please refer to the college timetable to find out what is being offered each year.

Check out the full list of BST’s units.

More information about this course is available on the Australian University of Theology website.

Australian University of Theology Coursework Course Enrolment Policy

TIMETABLE AND CALENDAR

Follow the link below to view our current timetable and fee schedules.

BST Timetable & Calendar

COURSE FEES

You can find our current course fees here.

This course is FEE-HELP approved.

What is FEE-HELP?
FEE-HELP is a loan that helps eligible fee paying students pay their tuition fees.

For eligibility and more information on FEE-HELP go to:
https://www.studyassist.gov.au/help-loans/fee-help

OVERSEAS STUDENTS

This course is registered on CRICOS (076017G) and is available to overseas students. Further information for overseas students can be found on our overseas student page.  

Overseas students can apply here.

Course Duration

4 UNITS = 48 CREDIT POINTS

FULL TIME  6 MONTHS

PART TIME  UP TO 2 YEARS

ENGLISH CRICOS:  076017G

On-campus or off-campus live streamed.

Further study options

6 ADDITIONAL MONTHS
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF DIVINITY

2.5 ADDITIONAL YEARS
MASTER OF DIVINITY

Entry Requirements

Prerequisites

Completed three year non-theological bachelor degree or equivalent

Language Qualifications for NESB: IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in reading and writing, and 6.5 in listening and speaking OR 10 years in Australia with English being the language primarily spoken both at home and work.

This is a course of the Australian University of Theology.
ENGLISH CRICOS: 076017G

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Pastor Grace Lung

BSci (Comp Sci), GradDipDiv, MA (ChrStds)

DIRECTOR

Grace grew up in Sydney in a large Chinese church. Since then she has served at various Chinese churches over the years in youth, students, young workers and women. Her passion and interest is contextualizing the gospel to Asian Australians and developing Asian churches in Australia. Grace is a graduate of Sydney Missionary and Bible College and Fuller Theological Seminary. Her study focussed on Chinese Australian identity and ministry.

Her previous roles have included: Director for Asian Contextual Engagement for the RICE Movement, Team Member for Interserve Culture Connect and OMF QLD’s Ministry Team. She was an Anglican Deaconness Ministries Summer Fellow in 2019. Her writing has appeared on the SOLA Network, Gospel Coalition Australia, Centered: Resources for the Asian American Church, Common Grace and Ethos: EA Centre for Christianity and Society.

In addition to her role as Director of CAC, Grace is also serving as a pastor alongside her husband, Chris, at Rise Alliance Church – a new church plant servicing the Rochedale area.