Sydney Missionary and Bible College

Programme Detail: Bachelor of Theology

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Bachelor of Theology
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number BTH20
Description A three year full-time undergraduate degree course but it may also be studied on a part-time basis over a maximum period of nine years. However, it is strongly recommended that there be a full-time component in each student’s course of study. Its purpose is to equip students with or without a prior non-theological degree for full-time pastoral, evangelistic or Bible teaching ministry in Australia and overseas. FEE-Help is available for Australian citizens only.
Keywords bible teaching bible college bible study evangelistic ministry mission preparation pastoral ministry minister training
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available Australia / New South Wales
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / General Bible; Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Preaching and Communication Skills; Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages; Bible Teaching and Training / Church History; Mission and Evangelism / Evangelism and Apologetics
Residential/Non Residential Mixed
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Degree
Cost Range From US$10,000 to less than US$100,000
Actual Cost changes yearly- please contact SMBC directly
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 3 years FT / 9 years limit PT
Average hours of study per week 15
Methods of instruction Lectures / tutorials, reading. If FT, then being part of the SMBC community, compulsory attendance at Principal's Hour, Chapel, Missions/Ministry weekly program, being part of a College mission team, prayer triplets, practicums where applicable.
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.)
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.)
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork).
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 0
Prerequisite Programmes The Bachelor of Theology course is offered as a first degree to people who have achieved an ATAR of at least 65 (or equivalent). Entry is also considered on the basis of maturity and practical experience.
Other Prerequisites There may be language requirements for candidates whose first language is not English.
Qualifications gained Bachelor of Theology
Qualifications this programme is part of Bachelor of Theology
Programme Accredited by Other Accreditation (see below)
Other Accrediting Bodies Australian College of Theology