Entry Requirements:
The course shall be available to those who have completed the Sydney College of Divinity BTh or joint BTh degree within the last five years and with a grade point average of 2.7 in the coursework and 3.0 in the area of specialisation; or hold for equivalent qualifications from a university or other tertiary institution.

Duration:
1 year full-time or 3 years part-time.

Mode:
Full-time, part-time.

Structure:
72 credit points, comprising 27 credit points in coursework (3 course units) and a thesis for 45 credit points.

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.

GRADUATE PROFILE AND RATIONALE

The Bachelor of Theology (Honours) award aims to provide the opportunity for preparatory research as a stepping stone to research in theology at the highest academic level.

OUTCOMES

In addition to the outcomes specified for the Bachelor of Theology the following apply to the Bachelor of Theology (Honours):

Knowledge

• have a deeper understanding of their area of specialisation
• demonstrate familiarity with the methodologies of their area of specialisation

Skills

• build and sustain an argument with reference to appropriate primary and secondary sources
• acquire and apply appropriate technical competencies eg. ancient languages, exegesis
• develop capacity for critical analysis and research skills necessary for higher degree research

Values

• appreciate the contribution of research to constructive dialogue with the church and wider communities
• appreciate the value of research as a component of lifelong learning

ARTICULATION TO OTHER AWARDS

Students may articulate to the MTh(Hons), the MA(Hons) the DMin and the ThD provided they meet the entry requirements.