Advanced Diploma of Ministry

The Advanced Diploma of Ministry introduces students to the origins and teachings of the Christian story and message. It provides foundational study that focuses on applying this story and message in today’s world, at a more advanced level than the Diploma of Ministry.

Graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Ministry will be able to:

Knowledge

1. Assess and evaluate knowledge and understanding of a range of ministry concepts and practices.

2. Assess and evaluate ministry knowledge and understanding to a variety of contexts.

Skills

1. Analyse and evaluate evidence-based perspectives in a range of ministry issues.

2. Demonstrate interpersonal and teamwork skills.

3. Communicate a range of ministry-related concepts and practices to others in a variety of contexts.

Application of knowledge and skills

1. Demonstrate autonomy in ministry learning and reflection to sustain personal and professional development in Christian life and ministry.

2. Integrate and apply ministry knowledge and skills to various contexts in responsible and ethical ways.

ATAR: Completion of Year 12 in the last two years, 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: Ridley Bridging Program.

Language Qualifications for NESB: IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.0 in each subtest OR 10 years in Australia with English being the language primarily spoken both at home and work.

2024 domestic tuition fees are $2,784 for undergraduate units and $2,976 for graduate units.
2025 domestic tuition fees are $2,853 for undergraduate units and $3,162 for graduate units.

Current postgraduate research course (HDR) fees can be viewed on our fees page.

For more information about tuition fees including overseas student tuition fees, FEE-HELP, and payment information, view tuition fees.

• Associate Degree of Ministry
• Bachelor of Ministry
• Bachelor of Theology

• Undergraduate Certificate of Ministry
• Diploma of Ministry