Bachelor of Theology (Honours)
Course information for - 2024 entry
Offered at 5 locations
- Duration
- 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
- ATAR
- New
- Fees (first year)*
$16320 CSP
- Start dates
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Semester 1 intake: Beginning February 2024Applications open August 2023Midyear (Semester 2) intake: Beginning July 2024Applications open April 2024
Overview
The Bachelor of Theology (Honours) is a one-year programme for high-achieving students who have completed the Bachelor of Theology pass degree or equivalent.
Undertake a focused research project framed by one-on-one supervision with one of our internationally-recognised academic staff, and engage in an in-depth study of an area of theology or biblical studies in which you are particularly interested.
Aside from expanding your knowledge, a theology honours degree will give you an edge in an increasingly competitive job market. You will enhance your capacity across high-level research, as well as your writing and problem solving skills – highly transferable skills that employers have identified as the necessary skill-sets for sustaining a long, distinguished and personally rewarding career.
Careers
Our graduates have pursued careers in:
- teaching
- church agencies and ministries
- chaplaincy
- community building
- pastoral work
- journalism
- media
- administration
- public relations
If you are interested in undertaking further higher-degree research, an honours degree will provide you with a strong foundation to pursue this path.
Course details
Course structure
To complete the Bachelor of Theology (Honours), a student must complete 80 credit points (cp).
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Additional course information
A one-year honours course is available for high-achieving students who have completed the Bachelor of Theology pass degree or equivalent. The course aims to build on existing knowledge and skills gained in past studies.
Entry requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible to apply for admission to the Honours degree course, a student must have completed the Bachelor of Theology degree or equivalent, normally within the last five years, with:
- a minimum GPA of 5.5; and
- a major comprising at least 8 units in the discipline of the Honours degree
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2024 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.
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Fees
Course costs
$16320 CSP
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of 40 credit points (normally 4 units) per semester.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- the number of units studied per semester;
- the choice of major or specialisation; and
- elective units.
The University reviews fees annually.
Payment options
You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support.
Scholarships
You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.