Graduate Diploma in
Ministry

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February/July Intakes

Graduate Diploma in Ministry – On Campus and External/Online

Course Details Graduate Diploma in Ministry

The Graduate Diploma in Ministry is a one-year course, and is available on both a full time and part time basis. Many Christians choose care-based professions that they consider to be their ministry in society. As an introductory postgraduate award in Ministry, the course offers the Christian professional a biblical, theological and ministry foundation to support their professional vocation, and provides grounding in the disciplines of Ministry that undergird their personal and professional development while complementing their existing tertiary qualification in their chosen profession.

Further, the Graduate Diploma in Ministry offers students who are reassessing their profession an introduction to vocational knowledge and skills in a new professional area. The course provides opportunity for students to begin preparing for ministry in an evangelical/charismatic setting or leadership position.

Duration

1 year full-time

2 years part-time

Commencing


Semester 1 
Semester 2

QTAC Code

N/A

CRICOS Code


045358J

Mode

On Campus, External/Online

Course Code


MS44

Minimum Selection 
Rank (ATAR/RANK)

N/A

Career outcomes from a Graduate Diploma in 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.

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Career Outcomes

Foundational biblical knowledge, critical skills and abilities, and an understanding of Christian spiritual transformation, have the potential to transform practice in a wide range of areas such as:

Youth ministry, Childrens ministry, Creative ministry, Media team ministry, Small groups ministry, Pastoring, Education, Counselling

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Admissions Criteria
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Recent Secondary Education

Applicants with recent secondary education are not eligible for admission to this course.

Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are not eligible for admission to this course.

Higher Education study

Applicants with a Bachelor degree (other than Ministry), or a Graduate Certificate in Ministry (or equivalent) are eligible for admission to this course.

Work and life experience

Applicants with work and life experience are not eligible for admission to this course.

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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.

Minimum Requirements

English Language Proficiency

Examination Minimum Requirements:

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 (at least 6.0 in all subtests)

PTE (Academic) 59 (at least 51 in all subtests)

TOEFL (PBT) 577

TOEFL (IBT) 90 (at least 16 in Listening, Reading; 21 in Writing; 18 in Speaking)


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What to expect

The Graduate Diploma in Ministry is designed for Christian professionals who view their vocation as a form of ministry and want to integrate their faith more deeply into their work. Whether you're seeking to strengthen your biblical and theological foundation, explore a call to ministry, or transition into a new vocational direction, this course offers flexible and practical training. Expect to engage with key ministry disciplines that support both personal spiritual growth and professional development. Through reflective learning, academic study, and a supportive Christian environment, you'll be equipped for greater impact, whether in your current role or in preparation for future ministry or leadership opportunities.

The Graduate Diploma in 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.

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Find out how to apply

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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