Sydney Missionary and Bible College

Programme Detail: Diploma of Theology

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Diploma of Theology
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number DIPTH20
Description A one year full-time or 5.5 year part-time award. The course provides a broad understanding of the Bible, Church History and Theology as well as the option of choosing a couple of Ministry and Missions Units. It will suit anyone who is looking to be better equipped to serve in a local church as a bible study leader, youth or children's leader or lay preacher.
Keywords bible college bible study mission preparation youth ministry children's ministry lay preaching
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 / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Prayer, Worship and Spiritual Gifts / Prayer; Mission and Evangelism / Evangelism and Apologetics
Residential/Non Residential Non Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Diploma
Cost Range From US$10,000 to less than US$100,000
Actual Cost $2520 per unit
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 1 year FT / 5.5 years 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 It is open as a first award to students who have achieved an ATAR of at least 65 (or equivalent). However, where an applicant has not completed the HSC, mature age entry (21 and above) will be favourably considered.
Other Prerequisites There may be language requirements for candidates whose first language is not English.
Qualifications gained Diploma 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