Brisbane School of Theology

COURSES

COURSES ⋅ UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES

Undergraduate Certificate of Theology

The Undergraduate Certificate of Theology is designed to introduce Christians to the core elements of the Christian story and its application in today’s world.

This course provides foundational training in Biblical studies, practical ministry, and theological concepts, preparing you to integrate theological knowledge into various aspects of life and work.

By completing this certificate, you will gain a solid grounding in foundational theological ideas and their application, equipping you with the skills to communicate your faith effectively in diverse contexts. You will also be well-prepared for further theological study.

Comprehensive theological foundation

Dive into essential Biblical texts and Christian thought, including the Old and New Testaments, key Biblical languages, and historical theological concepts. This foundational knowledge will help you understand and share the Christian message with clarity and depth.

Practical ministry skills

Develop essential skills for ministry and professional life. This hands-on training ensures you are prepared to apply your theological knowledge in real-world settings, enhancing your ability to serve and lead effectively in various contexts.

Tailored learning pathways

Through elective units, you can focus your studies on specific occupational or personal interests. Whether you wish to concentrate on a particular area of ministry or integrate theology with other professional skills, the certificate allows you to tailor your education to fit your goals.

Direct path to further studies

The Undergraduate Certificate of Theology is a foundational step towards advanced theological education. It provides a clear pathway to more in-depth studies, such as the Bachelor of Theology or Diploma of Theology, helping you expand your knowledge and enhance your career opportunities in Christian ministry and mission.

COURSE STRUCTURE

4 units | 48 credit points | 1 sem FT, up to 2yrs PT | On-campus & off-campus live stream

1 unit from Biblical Introduction

1 unit from Christian Thought

1 units from either Biblical Introduction, Christian Thought or Languages

1 elective unit

Check out the full list of BST’s units.

There are early exit points available for this subject if your circumstances should change.

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

Course Duration

4 UNITS = 48 CREDIT POINTS

FULL TIME  6 MONTHS

PART TIME  UP TO 2 YEARS

On-campus or off-campus live streamed.

Further study options

6 MONTHS
DIPLOMA OF THEOLOGY

Entry Requirements

Prerequisites

ATAR: Completion of Year 12 in the last two years with an ATAR 65 or above; OR

Previous Qualifications: Successful completion of a qualification at AQF Level 5 or above; OR

Demonstrate Academic Suitability for course: Test, Brief Essay, or Interview AND

Language Qualifications for NESB: IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.0 in each subtest OR 10 years in Australia with English being the language primarily spoken both at home and work.

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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.