Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry
This accredited 4 unit course, integrates studies in the Bible and Christian tradition with practical experience. Supporting your work in a local church, community, or workplace.
Key Information
Certificate of Ministry Course Overview
This is a course of the Australian University of Theology. For more information please visit the AUT course page.
The Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry introduces students to the sources and content of the Christian story and message. It provides training that emphasises the application and articulation of this story and message in the contemporary world including professional and vocational life.
Introduces students to specialist disciplines by which Knowledge of God is applied to guide Christian practice:
- Evangelism & Missiology (EM) and/or
- Pastoral & Church Focused Ministry (PC) and/or
- Developmental Ministry (DM)
Through an elective unit students can:
- Synthesise Christian understanding with particular occupational and/or life interest
- Develop practical ministry skills
Admission Requirements
To study a Certificate of Ministry in Australia, you require:
- ATAR: Completion of Year 12 with an ATAR of 65 or above; or
- Previous Qualifications: Successful completion of a qualification at AQF Level 5 or above; or
- Demonstrate Academic Suitability for course: Test, Brief Essay, or Interview
- Language Qualifications for NESB: IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.5 in each subtest OR 10 years English in country experience.
Course Units
48 Total Credit Points
Minimum of 12cps in Old or New Testament, Christian Thought or Church History
24cps in either a PC/EM/DM plus at least 12cps in elective units from any unit field
- PC064-512Â Christian Spirituality
- PC108-512Â Christian Discipleship
- PC001-512Â Ministry Formation
- EM024-512Â Principles of Evangelism
- DM010-512Â Youth Ministry
- PC003-612Â Pastoral Skills and Methods*
- CH001-512Â Christianity in History to 1550
- CH002-512Â Christianity in History from 1550
- PE014-512Â Biblical Theology of Work
- OT001-512Â Old Testament Foundations
- OT002-512Â Old Testament Prophets and Writings
- NT001-512Â Jesus and the Gospels
- NT002-512Â The Early New Testament Church
- TH005-512Â Foundations of Christian Beliefs
- PE004-512Â Christian Ethics
* Nb. Are advanced units so please consult with the Registrar/Academic Dean as to the suitability of these units
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of foundational ministry concepts and practices.
2. Adapt foundational ministry knowledge to a variety of contexts.
Skills
1. Construct evidence-based perspectives to foundational ministry issues.
2. Demonstrate interpersonal and teamwork skills.
3. Communicate ministry-related knowledge, skills, and practices to others in a variety of contexts.
Application of knowledge and skills
1. Demonstrate autonomy in ministry learning and reflection in the context of Christian life and ministry.
2. Adapt foundational ministry knowledge and skills to various contexts in responsible and ethical ways.
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Ready to take the next step? If you’re interested in studying a Certificate of Ministry with Trinity College Queensland, submit our application form.