Bachelor of Ministry (BMin)

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Our undergraduate Bachelor of Ministry covers a thorough grounding in the Bible, Christian Theology, Church History and Practical Ministry. Graduate to become a mission-ready pastor, cross-cultural missionary, or an informed Christian professional in the marketplace.

Read on to learn more about our Bachelor of Ministry course and discover how you can pursue a passion for biblical studies.

Key Information

Full Time

3 Years

Part Time

Max 9 Years

Weight

288 Credit Points

Payment

FEE-HELP and Centrelink Approved (BMIN20)

Equivalent

24 Units

Fees

Tuition Fees

Bachelor of Ministry Course Overview

This is a course of the Australian University of Theology. For more information please visit the AUT course page.

The Bachelor of Ministry (BMin) introduces students to the sources and content of the Christian story and message. It provides training which emphasises application and practice of this story and message in the contemporary world. The course will integrate studies in the Bible and Christian tradition with practical experience.

This course concentrates on the disciplines by which knowledge of God is developed and articulated:

  • Biblical Studies (BB)
  • Christian Thought & History (Theology (TH) , Church History (CH) , Philosophy & Ethics (PE))

Students can then choose electives that suit their future pathway from either the above units or;

  • Pastoral & Church Focused Ministry (PC) and/or
  • Developmental Ministry (DM)
  • Evangelism & Missiology (EM)

Through elective units students can develop particular ministry skills in the three fields of Ministry & Practice.

Admission Requirements

To study a Bachelor of Ministry in Australia, you require:

  • ATAR: 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: Test, Brief Essay, or Interview
  • Language Qualifications for NESB: IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.5 in each subtest OR 10 years English in country experience.

Course Units

288 Total Credit Points required for a Bachelor of Ministry (BMin)

24 x 12cps units, at Level 5 and above, no more than 144cps at Level 5, including at least 72 cps at Level 7 or above.

48cps in New and Old Testament Introduction

60cps in Christian Thought (CH/TH/PE)

24cps CH
24cps TH
12cps TH or PE

Please note that some units are offered in alternate years – check timetables or consult with Registrar

At Least 72cps from PC/EM/DM

including at least 24cps at level 7 or above

Please note that some units are offered in alternate years – check timetables or consult with Registrar

This is a course of the Australian College of Theology. For more information please visit the ACT course page.

Learning Outcomes

1. demonstrate understanding of a broad range of the concepts and practices of ‘Ministry’, including spiritual and ethical implications, with particular attention to at least one field of ‘Ministry and Practice’

2. use ‘Ministry’ knowledge and understanding as the basis of lifelong personal and professional development

1. collect, analyse and synthesise ‘Ministry’ scholarship and information

2. think critically and independently in identifying and solving problems in ministry contexts

3. engage with specialist and non-specialist audiences using a variety of formats to present clear, coherent and independent perspectives on ministry concepts and applications

1. conduct Christian ministry and/or scholarship individually and in collaboration with others

2. be responsible and accountable for their own learning and professional practice

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Ready to take the next step? If you’re interested in studying a Bachelor of Ministry (BMin) with Trinity College Queensland, submit our application form.

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Trinity College Queensland

Phone: +61 07 3377 9950
Email: ask@trinity.qld.edu.au
Address: 60 Bayliss St, Auchenflower Brisbane QLD 4066