Higher Education Courses

Diploma of Christian Studies

The Diploma of Christian Studies is a s a one-year full time programme but may be completed over a period of up to three years part time. The Diploma aims to provide a foundation of knowledge and skills appropriate to Christian ministry. It is designed for Christians desiring a sound foundation for informed participation in the local church, para-church ministries and in the wider Christian community.

The course comprises of 8 subjects which are taken from the first year of the Bachelor of Theology qualification.

Accreditation is through the Sydney College of Divinity. Some credit may be allowed for previous learning.

Study programs are available either via weekly lectures or via on-line learning.

Associate Degree of Christian Thought and Practice

The Associate Degree of Christian Thought and Practice is a two year full time programme, which may be completed over a period of six years part time.

The Associate Degree of Christian Thought and Practice course is an undergraduate award which provides an opportunity to undertake theological study with special focus on Christian Thought (including Biblical Studies, and Theology, in the Christian Tradition) or on Christian Practice (including Missiology, Pastoral Theology and Practice). The special focus is achieved by completing a major in the area of interest.

As well as being a stand alone qualification the completion of the requirements of this Degree equates to the first two years of the three year Bachelor qualification.

Bachelor of Theology

The Bachelor of Theology is a three-year full time program but may be completed over a period of nine (9) years. The Bachelor program aims to provide knowledge and skills appropriate to Christian ministry including those who are working or desire to work in full-time Christian ministry.

Each student’s program contains core and elective units. The elective units available enable development of theological knowledge in topics of special interest.

Accreditation is through the Sydney College of Divinity. Some credit may be allowed for previous learning.

Study programs are available either via weekly lectures or via on-line learning.

Graduate Certificate of Arts (6 Months*)

The Graduate Certificate is designed to enable students who already have a tertiary qualification in a non-theological discipline to study at postgraduate level and gain a first level theological foundation for Christian service. Equivalent to six months of the Master of Divinity course.

Graduate Diploma of Arts (1 Year*)

The Graduate Diploma is designed to enable students who already have a tertiary qualification in a non-theological discipline field to study at postgraduate level and gain a theological and practical foundation for Christian service. A major (four subjects) in Biblical Studies or Christian Counselling is available if desired. Equivalent to one year of the Master of Divinity course.

Master of Arts (1.5 Years*)

The Master of Arts course is designed for those who hold a tertiary qualification in a non-theological discipline who wish to pursue a graduate qualification in Theology, Biblical Studies or Christian Counselling and seeking skills to enhance their professional work. Equivalent to 18 months of the Master of Divinity course.

Master of Divinity (3 Years*)

A graduate entry program for students with a previous tertiary qualification in a non-theological discipline seeking to undertake their initial theological studies. It is a comprehensive degree leading to Christian Ministry or graduate research study in theology at the highest level.

Master of Theology (1.5 Years*)

An advanced graduate program in theology and related disciplines for candidates with a prior three-year theological degree and who seek to deepen their learning, explore theological disciplines and better equip them with the higher learning skills they had begun to develop through their Undergraduate studies.
Emmaus’ Graduate School is composed of a team of highly skilled academics and administrative staff who work together closely to enhance students’ learning, theological and spiritual experience.

*Completion time assumes full-time study