Associate Degree in Theological Studies


The Associate Degree in Theological Studies provides a two-year study of basic theology, the Bible, and church ministry for those who wish to serve as educated and skilled laypersons within a local congregation. It provides a flexible program, a range of units, and field work—where students are placed and mentored in a local church—that can later be credited towards a Bachelor of Theology or a Bachelor of Theology/Bachelor of Ministry if further study is desired.






Course Code


4872

Duration


Two-year full-time or equivalent part-time

Mode of Delivery


On campus (Lake Macquarie)

Accreditation


The Associate Degree in Theological Studies course is accredited by the NSW Department of Education and Training.

The CRICOS registration number for the degree is:
Associate Degree in Theological Studies 059849G

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Entry Requirements


General Admission Requirements apply to the Bachelor of Theology course.

Field Education Requirements


There is an intentional placement of and mentoring of students in a local church during the initial phases of their enrolment in the AssocDegTheolStuds degree. A number of specific requirements attached to several of the church ministry subjects need to be fulfilled in a local church. In order to be placed in a local church, students are required to sign a self-disclosure form (Prohibited Persons Declaration) and consent to a criminal records check. Further information is available in the Field Education Handbook.




Course Information Booklet


For more details on the content of this course please download the following booklet:

Associate Degree in Theological Studies (see page 11)





Unit Synopsis


The Undergraduate Handbook contains detailed information on each unit.





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Testimonials


‘This course has exposed me to a wide range of belief systems and theology, as well as grounding me more firmly in my beliefs. My lecturers and classmates are a constant inspiration. My Avondale experience has left me loving God more and better equipped to serve Him’ ­— Emma Weslake



Careers


The Associate Degree in Theological Studies provides a two-year study of basic theology and ministry and is designed for those who wish to serve as educated and skilled laypersons in a local congregration. This qualification does not provide a recognised pathway into the employed ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist church.




Financial Information


The information provided is a guide but will give you a rough idea as to the costs associated with studying at Avondale. Actual fee amounts vary on the enrolled course and the units that are taken. Please contact us if you have further questions.



FEE-HELP


If you are a domestic full fee-paying student, you may be eligible for FEE-HELP assistance. FEE-HELP is available for most Avondale higher education courses. FEE-HELP is a Commonwealth loan scheme that assists eligible students to defer payment of their tuition fees. FEE-HELP can cover all or part of a student’s tuition fees, up to a lifetime limit of $86,422 (2011). The $86,422 (2011) FEE-HELP limit is indexed each year. A loan fee of 20% applies to FEE-HELP loans for undergraduate courses of study. The FEE-HELP limit does not include the loan fee. No repayment is required until your income exceeds $44,912 (2010-2011) (CPI indexed).

For further details visit www.goingtouni.gov.au.

Scholarships


The following scholarships are available specifically for this course:






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