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SERVING AND PROSPECTIVE CLERGY

Clergy Track courses focus on currently serving clergy (in-service) and men preparing for ordination (pre-service) in the Orthodox Church.

The academic content of the track is at seminary level.

*Enrolment in this track, whether as a cleric or pre-service candidate, is subject to the blessing of the applicant’s Ruling Bishop. Pre-service candidates are expected to participate actively in the life of their local parish and will be partnered with a clerical mentor for the duration of their course.
 

Bachelor of Theology 

The standard qualification is the Bachelor of Theology (Course program here)

This is a three year full-time, or up to nine years part-time, qualification that covers the areas of knowledge required for ordained service.

Diploma of Ministry and Theology

Diploma of Ministry and Theology is one year full-time, up to four years part-time. 

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It is a basic qualification ideal for:

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  • Serving clergy without a formal theological qualification who are unable to commit to an extended course of study;

  • Clergy wanting a "refresher" course;

  • Clergy with a theological qualification from a non-Orthodox institution who seek a structured foundation specifically in Orthodox faith and practice; and

  • Mature-age pre-service candidates or others who due to their circumstances are unable to commit to an extended course of study.

 

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Graduate Diploma in Divinity
Graduate Certificate in Divinity 

The Graduate Diploma in Divinity consists of 8 units at Postgraduate level.

                                                                                                                    

The Graduate Certificate in Divinity consists of 4 units at Postgraduate level.

                                                                                                                    (Course program here)

The Graduate Certificate and the Diploma are ideal options for postgraduate students seeking a high level of proficiency from a short-term course of study.

Master of Divinity

Clergy Track candidates with previous tertiary qualifications in any field other than theology may be admitted to the Master of Divinity. (Course program here).

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The MDiv represents high level achievement while equipping  graduates for clerical service and a variety of professional opportunities. Further, this qualification provides a solid pathway to postgraduate theological study.

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