Entry Requirements
Satisfactorily completed an AQF 7 or 8 award (or equivalent) in the disciplines of Theology or Ministry
Study Mode
Flexible
Pathway
Master of Divinity
Master of Theology
Master of Philosophy
Doctor of Theology
Doctor of Philosophy
Doctor of Ministry
Duration
1 year full-time
or part-time equivalent
Career Options
Mentor, Chaplain, Pastoral Carer, Mission Worker, Youth Worker
AQF level
Level 9
Course details
CRICOS Provider Code: 00986G | CRICOS Course Code: 061405G
The Master of Arts course is designed for those with a tertiary qualification in a theological discipline who wish to pursue further study as part of their continuing education for ministry.
Students will gain specialised knowledge and skills for research, professional practice, and further learning, acquiring an integrated understanding of an advanced field and the ability to apply this knowledge in a theologically-related area.
The Master of Arts is classified into one of two categories, Category 1 and Category 2.
Category 1
Candidates require an AQF Level 8 award in Theology or Ministry for entry into the course.
The duration of the course is 1 year full-time or 3 years part-time.
Candidates will require 72 credit points in units to complete the course.
Category 2
Candidates with an AQF Level 7 award in Theology or Ministry for entry into the course.
The duration of the course is 1.5 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
Candidates will require 108 credit points in units to complete the course.
Perth Bible College (PBC) is a member institution of Sydney College Divinity (SCD) and offers its Master of Theology as of January 2024. SCD is a TEQSA-accredited Australian university college.
All applicants who endeavour to submit an application must meet the general admission requirements.
Admission to the Master of Arts requires:
- Satisfactory completion of either a three-year AQF Level 7 or AQF Level 8 award in the discipline of Theology or Ministry.
The Master of Arts is classified into one of two categories:
Category 1: For candidates holding an AQF Level 8 award in Theology or Ministry
Category 2: For candidates with an AQF Level 7 award in Theology or Ministry
English Proficiency: Applicants whose entry qualifications were obtained in an institution where English is not the language of instruction normally require a minimum IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.0 in all bands of the test.
| Academic Level | AQF Level | Academic IELTS Band Score |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | AQF 5-7 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each subset. |
| Postgraduate | AQF 8-9 | 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each subset. |
| Research | AQF 9-10 | 7.0 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in each subset. |
Applicants must confess their faith in Christ under the PBC Statement of Faith, be involved regularly in a local church, demonstrate a desire to be involved in church ministry, demonstrate the physical and psychological capacity for studying in a tertiary institution, agree to abide by PBC policies and procedures and agree to abide by the Student Code of Conduct.
Before applying, please ensure you have:
- A Unique Student Identifier number (USI). If you don’t have one, you can apply here. To find your number, click here.
- A colour PDF of your birth certificate, passport, and permanent resident visa (or a certified copy)
- A digital passport-style image
- A colour PDF of previous academic transcripts and certificates of completion(or a certified copy)
- A page or two detailing your testimony, including how you became a Christian and why you believe the Lord would have you train for Christian life and service at PBC
- Contact information for two chosen referees
- Contact information for your Pastor/Leader.
When you have all the required supporting information for your application, please apply online here.
In combination with meeting the general admission requirements Overseas students must also provide:
- Evidence of English Proficiency (please scroll down to the FAQs for more information)
- A medical certificate verifying you are fit for studying at a higher education institution
- $500 AUD application fee.
When you have all the required supporting information for your application, please apply online here.
The Master of Arts degree requires candidates to complete course units taken from the Sydney College of Divinity Schedule of Units of Study in the 8100 and 9200 series.
The Master of Arts requires candidates to complete credit points as follows:
Category 1: 72 credit points in units whose content is not similar to those covered in their previous studies.
Category 2: 108 credit points in units whose content is not similar to those covered in their previous studies.
The course may be taken with or without a specialisation.
The Master of Arts is a higher education award provided by Sydney College of Divinity (SCD).
CRICOS Provider Code: 02948J
CRICOS Course Code: 063708J
FAQ
Enrolment
Enrolment process
Before the beginning of each trimester, each student shall apply for enrolment by completing and lodging an enrolment form, obtainable from the Admin Office or via Moodle (PBC awards only).
The Dean of Students and the Dean of Studies will arrange enrolment appointment days for enrolling new and returning students. These meetings will allow each student to receive advice on which units to enrol in, ensuring they will meet the requirements of their course.
Enrolment forms must be completed before attending lectures for that trimester. All enrolments must be finalised by the census date. Students cannot add new units or transfer between units after the census date.
Students may apply to change their course enrolment at the beginning of a new trimester up until the census date.
Students must complete an Application for Change of Enrolment form to make such an application. Students must meet the requirements outlined in the Course Articulation and Change of Course Policy to qualify to change course enrolment.
Deferment
PBC may permit the deferral of a course enrolment of a student in some circumstances, as outlined in the Enrolment – Domestic Students Policy and Enrolment – Overseas Students Policy.
Fees and charges
PBC’s most current fee structure can be found on the Course Fees page.
Academic requirements
Please carefully read the academic requirements as listed on the award that you are interested in pursuing.
English Language Proficiency
The Australian Government requires incoming overseas students to demonstrate their proficiency in English before a student visa will be granted. You are required to complete an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) assessment unless you can provide evidence of studying in English from one of the following options:
- At least five years of study in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom or the United States, or
- Successful completion in Australia of a foundation course, Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial part of a Certificate IV or higher-level qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework, within two years of your application date.
The applicant should ask the IELTS testing authority to mail the test results directly to The Dean of Students, PBC. The following standards are the English language requirements for PBC courses:
| Course | IELTS Band Score |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Diploma | 6.0 overall and in the reading and writing subsets. |
| Associate Degree | 6.0 overall and in the reading and writing subsets. |
| Bachelor Degree | 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each subset. |
| Graduate Diploma | 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each subset. |
| Master Degree | 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each subset. |
Student and Campus Services
Student support is an important aspect at PBC.
We take our students’ success in their studies seriously and understand that good student support requires a holistic approach. As a result of our commitment to our students, we have consistently been ranked above 90% for the student support aspect in the national Student Experience Survey facilitated by the QILT team.
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Additional Information
Access and equity
PBC does not discriminate in the admission and access to its programs and activities based on disability, age, sex, race, colour of national or ethnic origin.