Diploma of Ministry (DipMin)
The Diploma of Ministry course integrates biblical studies and the Christian tradition with practical experience. Prepare yourself with the skills and knowledge for supporting missional endeavors within your local church, community, or workplace.
Key Information
Diploma of Ministry Course Overview
This is a course of the Australian College of Theology. For more information please visit the  ACT course page.
This course concentrates on the disciplines by which knowledge of God is developed and articulated:
- Biblical Studies (BB)
- Christian Thought & History (TH, CH, PE)
Students can then choose electives that suit their future pathway from either the above units or;
- Evangelism & Missiology (EM)Â and/or
- Pastoral & Church Focused Ministry (PC) and/or
- Developmental Ministry (DM)
Through elective units students can:Â
- Develop particular ministry skills in the three fields of Ministry & Practice
- Develop foundational understanding in the Bible and Christian Thought & History
Admission Requirements
To study a Diploma of Ministry in Australia, you require:
- ATAR:Â 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:Â Test, Brief Essay, or Interview
- Language Qualifications for NESB:Â IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.5 in each subtest OR 10 years English in country experience.
Course Units
96 Total Credit Points
Minimum of 24cps in Old or New Testament foundation units
12cps in TH/CH/PE Please note that some units are offered in alternate years – check timetables or consult with Registrar
- TH005-512Â Foundations of Christian Beliefs
- PE001-512Â Christian Ethics
- CH006-612 The Reformation
- CH005-612 Early Church History
- CH009-612 History of Christianity In Australia
24cps in either a PC/EM/DM plus at least 36cps in elective units from any unit field
- PC064-512Â Christian Spirituality
- PC108-512Â Christian Discipleship
- PC001-512Â Ministry Formation
- DM010-512Â Youth Ministry
- PC003-612Â Pastoral Skills and Methods*
- PC124-712 Psychology + Christianity
- PC025-612 Denominational Distinctives
- PC076-712 Personal + Spiritual Formation for Christian Ministry
- PC137-712 Theological Perspectives on Mental Health
- PC154-712 Intro to Christian Leadership
- 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
- PE001-512Â Christian Ethics*
* Nb. Are advanced units so please consult with the Registrar/Academic Dean as to the suitability of these units
Learning Outcomes
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Ready to take the next step? If you’re interested in studying a Diploma of Ministry (DipMin) with Trinity College Queensland, submit our application form.
Trinity College Queensland
Phone: +61 07 3377 9950
Email: ask@trinity.qld.edu.au
Address: 60 Bayliss St, Auchenflower Brisbane QLD 4066