Advanced Diploma of Ministry
Advanced Diploma of Ministry
Introduces students to the sources and content of the Christian story and message, and provides training which emphasizes application and practice of this story and message in the contemporary world at a higher level than the Diploma of Ministry. Requires specialisation in disciplines by which knowledge of God is applied…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduces students to the sources and content of the Christian story and message, and provides training which emphasizes application and practice of this story and message in the contemporary world at a higher level than the Diploma of Ministry.
Requires specialisation in disciplines by which knowledge of God is applied to guide Christian practice:
- Evangelism & Missiology (EM) and/or
- Pastoral & Church Focused Ministry (PC) and/or
- Developmental Ministry (DM)
The course will integrate studies in the Bible and Christian tradition with practical experience and include supervised practice based learning where appropriate.
Through elective units students can:
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Develop particular ministry skills in the three fields of Ministry & Practice
Develop foundational understanding in the Bible and Christian Thought & History
Course Structure
144 credit points over 1.5 years (F/T)
Units in this course are completed at Level 5 and above and including at least 24cps at Level 6 or above.
Learning Outcomes
Discipline Knowledge and Understanding
1. Demonstrate a wider range of knowledge of ‘Ministry’ as an academic discipline than Diploma Graduates with particular attention to at least one area of ‘Ministry and Practice’
2. Draw on the key biblical and theological foundations of Ministry
3. Appreciate the key theological, spiritual and ethical implications of Ministry knowledge and understanding
Inquiry and Analysis
4. Collect, summarize, and analyses information from a wider range of biblical, theological and social scientific sources and scholarship in inquiry based learning
Problem Solving and Integration
5. Construct evidence-based perspectives and responses to key Ministry issues by using a wider range of source materials and methods
Communication
6. Present key Ministry ideas, knowledge and principles to, and engage with, different audiences using a variety of formats
Teamwork and Professional Practice
7. Under supervision, apply key Ministry understanding in formal ministry contexts and the wider community
Engagement with the World
8. Engage with the key challenges of contemporary Christianity, society and the wider world
Continuous Learning and Professional Development
9. Demonstrate a capacity for reflection and learning to sustain personal and professional development in Christian life and ministry
Course Rules
Maximum concurrent enrolment load: 60cps
REQUIREMENTS
Completion of Year 12 or equivalent
Previous Qualifications: Successful completion of a qualification at AQF Level 5 or above; OR
Demonstrate Academic Suitability for course: Test, Brief Essay, or Interview.
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.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The Australian College of Theology (ACT) is Australia’s largest theological education provider with 16 colleges, 34 courses and over 700 units. The ACT offers specialist qualifications in ministry, theology, and Christian studies, ranging from undergraduate diplomas through to doctoral degrees. The Australian College of Theology exists as a partnership between the Anglican Church of Australia and a national network of Bible and theological colleges.
