| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTh | Full-time | 3 years | find out | find out | find out |
| BTh | Part-time | 3 - 10 years | find out | find out | find out |
The Bachelor of Theology (BTh) integrates a well developed foundation in Christian Studies with a broad and coherent theoretical and practical knowledge in theology and biblical studies. This includes exploration of the Christian tradition as developed historically and within faith traditions. It also includes engagement in the study of the primary texts of the Christian faith (Old and New Testaments), with reflection on how those texts have been interpreted both historically and in contemporary readings.
Course Structure
The Bachelor of Theology is a degree comprised of 24 subjects (240 credit points). Every program for this award shall include:
Christian Studies Core Subjects (8 subjects/80 credit points)
The Christian Studies Core Subjects forms the foundation of BTh award. It is aimed at developing in students a solid understanding of the Christian faith (biblically, historically & theologically), with well-informed ethical principles and founded on disciplines of Christian spirituality.
All students are required to take the following subjects:
Major Specialisation (8 subjects/80 credit points)
Students are to choose from four different Major Specialisations (8 subjects each) - which are Theology, Biblical Studies, Old Testament Studies and New Testament Studies.
THEOLOGY
CHRISTIAN STUDIES
Choose either Option A or Option B:
Option A:
Option B:
BIBLICAL STUDIES
OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES
NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES
Electives (7 subjects/70 credit points) + Professional Practice (1 subject/10 credit points)
Students are to take seven elective subjects. These can be chosen from any of our undergraduate subjects for which you have met the pre-requisite requirements. A list of all our subjects can be found via the Units (aka subjects) link at the top of the page. Also see our timetables for availability.
Plus one Professional Practice subject.
Note: Students also need to make sure that they:
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Upon completion, students can continue their studies with an additional Honours year or Masters degree provided their results are of a high enough standard. See the Awards Offered page for more information.
How To Apply
Complete an online Higher Education Application for Admission Form
On filling the application, please be prepared to upload the following digital documentation (PDF, jpeg):
AUSTUDY / ABSTUDY / Youth Allowance
Austudy, Abstudy and Youth Allowance are available for this course. To check your eligibility and to find out more information, please visit the Study Assist website.
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... to the Bachelor of Theology (BTh) award, a Higher Education program that aims to equip you for Christian thought and action in today's world.
The BTh is a study program designed to prepare you for ministry in today's world with a broad foundation in Christian studies. Predominantly, you will develop theoretical and practical knowledge in theology and biblical studies. The BTh will foster you to develop the skills of being an innovative and reflective thinker especially in the key aspects of the Christian faith, including understanding the development and meaning of the biblical texts, the historical development of Christianity throughout the ages, and the theological underpinnings of Christian orthodoxy. Further, you will also gain the skills of being an effective practitioner, as you will be expected to integrate your theoretical studies with the down-to-earth realities of this contemporary world: its questions, challenges, and ministry needs. Thereby we expect our graduates to not only have specialist knowledge, but knowledge that can be communicated in an effective manner to a wide variety of audiences (not just the church setting) and handled wisely to address complex and difficult situations. This degree is not for the faint-hearted, as you will be asked to evaluate and consolidate your foundation in Christian studies. But I believe that today's world needs Christians who are not afraid of the 'hard questions' and being pushed to think deeply and widelyabout the Good News of the Christian message. And the BTh endeavours to do just this.
Overall, the BTh is ideal for those who feel a calling towards teaching ministry within the church, want to go deeper in their understanding of the bible, or simply desire to add a solid academic element to their present/future ministry. Beyond the core subjects in Christian studies, students will choose a major specialisation to develop comprehensive knowledge in a specific field. The major specialisations in the BTh include: theological studies, biblical studies, New Testament studies or Old Testament studies.
We realise that in this busy 21st century world, the student needs flexibility in their studies. Every student is different, and for many, it is not possible to be on campus fulltime. To this end, we have developed a state-of-the-art distance studies that can be done from a computer anywhere in the world at the student's leisure. But for others, this distance delivery can be combined with face-to-face classes in our Brisbane, Baulkham Hills or Parramatta campuses so that the student can experience the lecture room and interacting with fellow students. But for those who want to do it all in the classroom, our facilities are second-to-none. In fact, whatever your needs might be, we can tailor the BTh delivery to suit.
More importantly, perhaps, our faculty are almost all products of this degree, and what brought us here to begin with is the same thing that is bringing you here. Because of this, we share your passions and concerns and know what you need at this stage of your Christian journey. Throughout your studies, you will experience a variety of different lecturers, each one committed to the task of integrating world-class academic thought with practical Christian spirituality. You will enter into an environment where you are encouraged to critically engage the biblical text, hone your interpretation skills, plus think theologically. The experience and skills gained from this will be far reaching as it will equip you to confidently navigate the complexities of 21st century ministry.
But all of this academia does not come at the cost of spiritual transformation. At AC, we firmly believe in the power of the Holy Spirit to inspire, reveal, teach, and transform every person. In fact, it is perhaps one of the unique features of AC's BTh that we continually seek to combine solid research and study with the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. The goal of all of this is to develop a well-rounded Christian minister who is effective in every area of church life and community outreach.
Over the years, our BTh has produced pastors, missionaries, chaplains, lay-ministers, and academics. In fact, it has equipped countless Christians for whatever God has called them to do both in the local church and abroad. And we have no doubt that it will also help you to enter into your calling. Further, the BTh is well suited to the scholarly type, especially those who are contemplating higher postgraduate theological studies. At Alphacrucis College, the BTh can easily articulate into the Masters of Theology program, which can create a pathway towards doctoral studies. It can also provide entry to Masters/Honours programs at other higher education providers.
If this speaks to you, then I invite you start a journey that will change you in ways you cannot yet imagine.
Caroline Batchelder
Program Director, Bachelor of Theology
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