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The University of Notre Dame Australia

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Bachelor of Arts (Major: Theology)

  • Bachelor

Whether you would like to enter ministry or deepen your personal knowledge of the Catholic faith this program offers the opportunity to examine the essential beliefs and doctrines of the Catholic Church.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
3009, 015324A
Study Mode
In person

About this course

School of Arts & Sciences, Sydney Campus

Whether you would like to enter ministry or deepen your personal knowledge of the Catholic faith this program offers the opportunity to examine the essential beliefs and doctrines of the Catholic Church. You will have the opportunity to look at topics such as sacred scripture, the sacraments and liturgy, systematic and moral theology. As a Theology student you will develop a detailed understanding of the Catholic faith.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements outlined at admission requirements. These include those relating to age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

  • HSC Performance Band Results with a Band 4 in English, a minimum average of Bands 4s and an overall minimum average HSC mark of 70% in HSC Category A Courses (or Interstate equivalent). Applicants must be eligible for an ATAR or OP; or
  • Minimum International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 24.

Applicants with Higher Education Study

  • Other University Studies completed at undergraduate level or higher. A minimum number of 2 successfully completed subjects; or
  • Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program or of another Enabling Program at a level deemed sufficient by the University.

Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for Advanced Standing.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

  • Completed AQF Certificate IV or higher in a relevant discipline, from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

Applicants with relevant work and life experience who left secondary education more than two years ago and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then may seek admission on the basis of:

  • Their experience. 'Experience' could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as Mature Age entry, relevant professional experience, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study. Evidence must be provided as to the type and duration or employment (minimum of two years) in a relevant industry. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required.
  • STAT - Scores of 150 in the Multiple Choice and Written English sections are required.
  • Higher School Certificate (HSC) (or equivalent) results if these have been completed within the last 5 years.

Study locations

Sydney

What you will learn

Theology holds a central place in the life and mission of a Catholic university. This program provides the essential building blocks for anyone who would like to enter ministry and will also appeal to those who have a personal interest in Catholic theology. Graduates of this program will be well prepared to pursue careers in teaching, research, and Church and community work.

This program offers students the opportunity to explore the Catholic intellectual tradition. Freedom is given to students to choose topics which most interest them. A list of core and elective courses is offered below.

Career pathways

The following careers are open to graduates of this program:

  • Academic teaching
  • Church ministry
  • Church agencies
  • Education and teaching
  • Catholic schools
  • Public libraries and research institutes
  • Youth work

Course structure

Core Curriculum
  • CORE1001 Logos I
  • CORE1002 Logos II
  • CORE1003 Logos III
Year One
  • ARTS1000 Academic Writing, Communication and Research

Plus up to THREE (3) of the following:

  • THEO1520 Introduction to Christian Spirituality
  • THEO1110 Introduction to the Old Testament
  • THEO1210 Introduction to New Testament
  • THEO1000 Foundations of Catholic Theology
Years Two and Three

Students may choose from a range of courses (to make up an eight-course Major):

  • THEO1510 Liturgy: Work of God and Work of God's People
  • THEO6120 Pentateuch
  • THEO6350 Foundations of Moral Theology
  • THEO2250 Introduction to Sacramental Theology
  • THEO3010 Scripture and Church
  • THEO3140 The Prophets: Critics of Status Quo
  • THEO3410 Ecclesiology/Mariology
  • THEO3420 Eucharist
  • THEO3540 Trinity
  • THEO6560 Marriage and Sexuality

Plus 12 electives which may form another major or minor (undertaken during years one, two and/or three).

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Regulations.

Please note: The availability of these courses and teaching staff is indicative only and may be subject to change.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at The University of Notre Dame Australia.
87.9%
Overall satisfaction
90.9%
Skill scale
85.5%
Teaching scale
65.3%
Employed full-time
$62.6k
Average salary