Bachelor (Honours)
The Bachelor of Theology (Honours) develops advanced research skills in theology, offering flexible study options and international study trips. It is part of an articulated program of study.
The Bachelor of Theology (Honours) from Charles Sturt University is designed to develop advanced research skills in theology and is a stepping stone to postgraduate study. The course is theologically and biblically rich as well as vocationally oriented to enable you to pursue practical projects.
Integrated with practical experience, this theology degree can be studied online and on campus in Canberra, Sydney and Hong Kong. The course also offers international study trips to deepen your appreciation of historical and cultural dimensions of the Christian tradition.
This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
Applicants will:
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
Students select two restricted electives (32 points) from one of the following discipline areas, the subjects selected must be in the same discipline area as the dissertation topic.
Systematic Theology32 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningSelect two (2) subjects from the following:
THP426Contemporary Theology in a Global Context16 credit ptsTHP413Theological Hermeneutics16 credit ptsTHP414Political Theology16 credit ptsTHP415Theology and Spirituality in Contemporary Engagement16 credit ptsTHP416Classic Texts in Christian Theology16 credit ptsBiblical Studies 32 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningSelect two (2) subjects from the following:
THP417Contemporary Approaches to Biblical Studies16 credit ptsTHP413Theological Hermeneutics16 credit ptsTHP418Advanced Biblical Exegesis16 credit ptsTHP419Seminar in Biblical and Theological Interpretation16 credit ptsPractical Theology32 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningSelect two (2) subjects from the following:
THP413Theological Hermeneutics16 credit ptsTHP420Studies in Liturgy and Worship16 credit ptsTHP421Contemporary Issues in Practical Theology16 credit ptsTHP422Public Theology16 credit ptsChurch History 32 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningSelect two (2) subjects from the following:
THP423Church History Methodology16 credit ptsTHP413Theological Hermeneutics16 credit ptsTHP424The Philosophy of Religious History16 credit ptsInterdisciplinary32 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningSelect two (2) subjects from the following:
THP426Contemporary Theology in a Global Context16 credit ptsTHP413Theological Hermeneutics16 credit ptsTHP414Political Theology16 credit ptsTHP415Theology and Spirituality in Contemporary Engagement16 credit ptsTHP416Classic Texts in Christian Theology16 credit ptsTHP417Contemporary Approaches to Biblical Studies16 credit ptsTHP418Advanced Biblical Exegesis16 credit ptsTHP419Seminar in Biblical and Theological Interpretation16 credit ptsTHP420Studies in Liturgy and Worship16 credit ptsTHP421Contemporary Issues in Practical Theology16 credit ptsTHP422Public Theology16 credit ptsTHP423Church History Methodology16 credit ptsTHP424The Philosophy of Religious History16 credit ptsStandard enrolment patternsFor enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.
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