Bachelor of Arts (Major: Theology)
Bachelor of Arts (Major: Theology)
Whether you would like to enter ministry or deepen your personal knowledge of the Catholic faith this program offers the opportunity to examine the essential beliefs and doctrines of the Catholic Church. You will have the opportunity to look at topics such as sacred scripture, the sacraments and liturgy, systematic…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Whether you would like to enter ministry or deepen your personal knowledge of the Catholic faith this program offers the opportunity to examine the essential beliefs and doctrines of the Catholic Church. You will have the opportunity to look at topics such as sacred scripture, the sacraments and liturgy, systematic and moral theology. As a Theology student you will develop a detailed understanding of the Catholic faith.
Theology holds a central place in the life and mission of a Catholic university. This program provides the essential building blocks for anyone who would like to enter ministry and will also appeal to those who have a personal interest in Catholic theology. Graduates of this program will be well prepared to pursue careers in teaching, research, and Church and community work.
This program offers students the opportunity to explore the Catholic intellectual tradition. Freedom is given to students to choose topics which most interest them.
Career opportunities
The following careers are open to graduates of this program:
- Academic teaching
- Church ministry
- Church agencies
- Education and teaching
- Catholic schools
- Public libraries and research institutes
- Youth work
Fremantle Campus
Whether you would like to enter the ministry or you are on a personal spiritual journey, this degree offers the opportunity to examine the essential teachings and beliefs of the Catholic Church. Throughout the course of this degree you will look at topics such as the sacraments, scripture, liturgy, the prophets and moral theology. Upon graduation, you will have developed a detailed understanding of the complexities of Catholic faith.
Why study this major?
Theology holds a central place in the life of any Catholic university, and the Theology Major provides essential building blocks for those wishing to become involved in various ministries within the Christian community. Through this Major, you will develop the skills to examine Scripture and Traditions to grow your understanding of the Catholic faith. You will also cover a number of topics including Christian Spirituality, the Psalms and Wisdom, the Reformation and the Liturgy.
Career opportunities
The following careers are open to graduates of this program:
- Pastoral counsellor
- Parish coordinator
- Church youth worker
- Church agency worker
- Teacher (upon completion of a postgraduate teaching qualification)
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet High school qualifications (or equivalent) to apply for undergraduate program. Academic minimum entry requirements for international applicants vary from country to country.
IELTS (Academic) – 6.5 overall, with no individual band score lower than 6.0; CAE/CPE – 176 overall, with no individual band score lower than 169; PTE Academic – 58 overall, with no individual band score lower than 50; TOEFL (iBT) – 84 overall, with no score lower than 21 in writing and no other band score lower than 17.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a leading institution in Australia. It offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in arts & sciences, business, philosophy & theology, education, law, nursing & midwifery, physiotherapy, medicine and health sciences. The University has campuses in Sydney, Perth and Broome. It also has seven additional Clinical Schools in New South Wales and Victoria, which are part of its School of Medicine. The institution has one of the highest graduate employment rates in the country. During their time studying, students are offered individual career support, covering everything from CV writing to brushing up on their interview skills.
