Diploma of Ministry
February/July Intakes
Diploma of Ministry – On Campus and External/Online
Course Details Diploma of Ministry
The course fulfils the ordination requirements of International Network of Churches (INC).
Duration
1 year full-time
2 years part-time
Commencing
Semester 1
Semester 2
QTAC Code
093001
CRICOS Code
056901M
Mode
On campus, External/Online
Course Code
MS07
Minimum Selection
Rank (ATAR/RANK)
N/A
Career outcomes from a Diploma of Ministry
A Ministry degree at CHC prepares you for a life of purpose, leadership, and impact, wherever God calls you to serve. Our graduates are equipped both theologically and practically to lead with integrity and vision across a wide range of ministry and leadership roles.
Admissions Criteria
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Applicants who have completed secondary education in the last two years and who are aged 17 years or over, are eligible for admission to this course.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study of at least a completed Certificate III (with a GPA of at least 4.0, where applicable) and who are aged 17 years or over, are eligible for admission to this course.
Applicants with completed higher education study, and applicants with higher education study of at least one semester (full-time equivalent) who wish to transfer to or within CHC, are eligible for admission to this course.
Applicants with work and life experience who demonstrate readiness for higher education, including successful completion of the Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT), are eligible for admission to this course.
English language proficiency
Applicants for whom English is not their first language must provide certified documentary evidence that their secondary schooling, or tertiary studies of at least one year, was conducted in the English language or they have satisfactory results in an acceptable English Language Proficiency examination (see table below). Results are to be no more than two years old as at the commencement of the course of study.
What to expect
The Diploma of Ministry is designed to lay the groundwork for your calling into ministry and Christian leadership. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or looking to formalise existing ministry experience, this course offers a strong biblical and theological foundation with practical ministry application.
Throughout the Diploma of Ministry you will:
• Develop a deeper understanding of Scripture, Theology, and the nature of Christian ministry.
• Gain practical skills for church and community leadership.
• Integrate faith with real-world ministry experience.
• Be mentored and encouraged in your personal and spiritual growth.
The Diploma of Ministry consists of 8 core units:
In planning their courses, students must consult the Ministries Courses Guide for information regarding course rules and requirements, including unit prerequisite requirements.
Students in the Diploma of Ministry undertake 8 core units that form the first year of the Bachelor of Ministry:
Unit outlines available early 2026.
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Regardless of whether you have recently completed secondary education or have vocational education and training (VET) study, higher education study, or work and life experience, the process of applying for admission to CHC will depend on whether your preferred course is an undergraduate course or a postgraduate course, and whether you are a domestic student or an international student.
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