Course Structure

The course structure is based on six semesters (each of 12 weeks duration, plus an exam week), with four subjects taught in each semester. It comprises:

• 11 core subjects (110 credit points)
• 8 specialisation subjects (80 credit points)
• 5 electives subjects (50 credit points)

To qualify for award of the degree of Bachelor of Ministry a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 240 credit points, including satisfactory completion of the core subjects.

For more information see the Student Handbook.

Subjects

Core / 11 subjects (110 credit points)

• RES101 Introduction to Academic Writing and Research
• THE101 Christian Worldview
• BIB104 Old Testament Foundations
• MIN101 Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
• BIB105 New Testament Foundations
• HIS102 Church History Foundations
• MIN102 Christian Spirituality
• THE201 Christian Ethics
• LEA201 Leadership Principles
• 1 x BIB 200 level or higher*
• 1 x THE 200 level or higher*

Specialisation / 8 subjects (80 credit points)

You can choose one of the following areas of specialisation:

Ministry

• EXP201 Professional Practice
• MIN201 Pastoral Administration and Management
• 3x MIN/CCM/LEA/MUS/SSC/WOR 200 level or above
• 3x EXP/MIN/CCM/MUS/LEA/SSC/WOR 300 level

Humanities

• EXP201 Professional Practice
• 10 credit points of Humanities subjects in specialisation 100 level or above
• 30 credit points of Humanities subjects in specialisation 200 level or above
• 30 credit points of Humanities subjects in specialisation 300 level or above

Chaplaincy

• 10 credit points of EXP subjects in the chaplaincy field
• 10 credit points in the chaplaincy field 100 level or above
• 30 credit points in the chaplaincy field 200 level or above
• 30 credit points in the chaplaincy field 300 or above

Electives / 5 subjects (50 credit points)

If you have completed the requirements of a Major, any additional unit completed within the major or other major is classified as an Elective subject. Any unit that is not within the Bachelor of Ministry award is classified as an Elective subject. Before enrolling into an elective subject, ensure that you have met the pre-requisite for that unit. For example, MAN311 Strategic Management is a unit outside of the Bachelor of Ministry award. You must meet the pre-requisite of 120 credit points and have completed MAN101 Introduction to Management and MAN201 Organisational Behaviour.

More Information

For more details on which subjects you can choose, see the current enrolment guide for this course.
*You can also use the Subject & Unit Search to explore the subjects (including electives) available to enrol in for this course and can filter by subject area and level.

Admission Criteria

Academic

Applicants with Recent Secondary Education (within the past 2 years)

Applicants admitted on the basis of their recent secondary education must demonstrate the completion of NSW Higher School Certificate with an ATAR of 65 or higher (or the completion of the International Baccalaureate or interstate or overseas equivalent qualification and result) for admission into this course.

Special admission is also available for Year 12 students whose ATAR (or equivalent) falls within 5 points of the published guaranteed ATAR but have done well in subjects relevant to the course of study. These Special Admission Pathways are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Program Director and then tabled for approval by the Admissions Committee

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study

Applicants with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification will demonstrate the completion of a Certificate III or higher qualification awarded by an authorised institution or registered training organisation (RTO).

The Program Director will conduct a pre-admission interview (either face-to-face or phone or via Zoom) with all applicants seeking entry into the course on the basis of a Certificate III qualification. This interview aims to assess academic suitability and preparedness of the applicant for undergraduate level study.

Applicants with Higher Education Study

Applicants whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a complete or partially complete higher education qualification must demonstrate the completion or partial completion of an AQF Level 5 Higher Education Diploma (or higher) by an authorised institution for admission into this course.

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

If you are over the age of 21 at the time of commencement, you can apply for admission into this course on the basis of provisional entry, and complete the provisional entry qualifying period to become a full candidate.

Language

Overseas students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency skills. Such students admitted into our programs must attain an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 6.5 (with no score below 6.0 in any of the four skills areas). IELTS (or equivalent) is not required for applicants who have undertaken five years of required higher education study (or equivalent) in English from an approved country or who have completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification awarded in English under the Australian Qualification Framework by an authorised institution or registered training organisation.

Study Modes

Delivery Mode*: Face-to-Face (Campus class), Online Live (Zoom class), Online Recorded
Locations**: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Online
Duration: 3 years full-time/up to 10 years part time
Intakes: Semester 1, Semester 2

* Our study modes are flexible so you can mix-and-match different modes throughout your course to fit your needs. For example, a face-to-face student can choose to attend some classes online or an online student may choose to take some subjects face-to-face.

** Some subjects may only be available in certain study modes each semester. Please check the timetable for the most up-to-date information. Face-to-face classes can be delivered weekly or via intensives, where the subject is delivered in a block over consecutive weekdays and/or weekends. Some subjects must be completed face-to-face to meet professional accreditation requirements.

Fees & Timetable

A complete Fee Schedule for all Alphacrucis programs and courses can be found in our Fees Information section.

For a full list of course dates for new and continuing students, please see our Timetables.

FEE-HELP is available for eligible students to assist you in financing your studies. For more information and other options, please visit the Financing Your Study page. For students who cannot access government loans, an alternative option is Study Loans, a private student loan provider. To learn more about loans provided by Study Loans, click here.

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

Graduates will:

demonstrate a broad and coherent knowledge of Christian history, doctrine and tradition as a foundation for ministry.

Skills:

Graduates demonstrate:

• skills to analyse and interpret the biblical text, using sound hermeneutical methods, as a core document of the Christian faith with consideration for the contemporary application of the text;
• skills to consolidate, synthesise and communicate appropriate elements of a Christian Worldview relating to situation, purpose, corporate need and personal spiritual praxis, with particular emphasis on the role of the gospel in providing an ethical framework for personal living;
• ability to discuss and analyse contemporaneous topics, issues and challenges impacting on Christian ministry and the Pentecostal community, and create solutions to these challenges;
• ability to collaborate with the broader community of Christian ministers and community leaders to provide appropriate collegial support.

Application of Knowledge and Skills:

Graduates demonstrate:

• skills in critical thinking and self-directed research, using a range of sources and methods;
• self-reflection and evaluation of ministry and leadership performance for the purpose of vocational development;
• cognitive and technical skills required for ministry functions, including depth within the field of specialisation;
• breadth and complexity of professional ministry skills pertinent to engagement with congregational communities. This includes the ability to apply knowledge and skills to new and diverse contexts.