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Bachelor of Ministry

This degree prepares people for Christian ministry and leadership.

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How long it takes
3 years
full time
Level
Bachelor degree
University
How you can study
Online, on campus or a mix
Includes a work placement
Taught by
6 providers
5 states and territories

Is this course right for you?

What the Bachelor of Ministry asks of you, and what you might want to check first.

It helps to have

  • a genuine interest in faith and spiritual matters
  • comfort with speaking and listening in group settings
  • a willingness to reflect on your own beliefs and values
  • an attitude of care for people and their wellbeing

Before you start

Each provider sets its own entry requirements, so check the ones you are considering.

Bachelor or Advanced Diploma?

The Bachelor of Ministry is the higher level, sitting above the Advanced Diploma of Ministry and the Diploma of Ministry. The two diplomas are lower level qualifications in the same subject.

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Where you can study this course

There are 6 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.

What you’ll learn

The main topics covered in the Bachelor of Ministry.

  • Biblical studies
  • Christian theology
  • Pastoral care
  • Leadership in ministry
  • Ministry practice and placements

Questions to ask before you enrol

Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.

  1. When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
  2. What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
  3. Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
  4. Who arranges the work placement, and how many hours does it involve?
  5. Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?

Questions people ask

Do I need experience or other qualifications first?

Entry requirements are set by each provider, so check with the provider you choose before you apply.

How is it different from Advanced Diploma of Ministry?

The Bachelor of Ministry is the higher level, sitting above the Advanced Diploma of Ministry and the Diploma of Ministry. The two diplomas are lower level qualifications in the same subject.

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