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<p>Our Diploma of Theology is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program which provides a basic qualification in theology. The program provides has been designed for students with no previous background in theological studies or those who might wish to update their theological knowledge. It will especially appeal to students who are preparing for a career in ministry or others who are following a personal journey of spiritual discovery and growth.</p>
<p><em>Please Note: Theology is the necessary qualification for those wishing to exercise various ministries within the Christian community and to contribute to the work of the Church. It is also the necessary basis for graduate theological study and research.</em></p>
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<p class="Details_Discipline__3Uo4I">Fremantle Campus</p>
<p class="Details_Discipline__3Uo4I">School of Philosophy &amp; Theology</p>
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<h3>Entry Requirements</h3>
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<p>Academic requirements for this program are outlined below.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements outlined at admission requirements. These include those relating to age and English Language Proficiency.&nbsp;&nbsp;We also consider your application more broadly &ndash; your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program.</p>
<p><strong>Applicants with recent Secondary Education:</strong></p>
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<li>Indicative ATAR of 70 with a score of 50+ in ATAR English, ATAR Literature or ATAR English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD)<br />OR</li>
<li>Minimum International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 24</li>
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<p><strong>Applicants with Higher Education Study</strong></p>
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<li>Other university studies completed at undergraduate level or higher, a minimum of 4 successfully completed subjects;<br />OR</li>
<li>Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program or of another Enabling Program at a level deemed sufficient by the University.</li>
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<p>Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for<span>&nbsp;</span><u>Advanced Standing.</u></p>
<p><strong>Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study</strong></p>
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<li>Completed AQF Certificate IV or higher in a relevant discipline, from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).</li>
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<p><strong>Applicants with Work and Life Experience</strong></p>
<p>Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then, but with relevant work and life experience. Such experience may include, but is not limited to:</p>
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<li>STAT scores of at least 135 in the Multiple Choice section<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>and<span>&nbsp;</span></strong>140 in the Written English section are required<br />OR&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Mature-age completion of two Year 12 WACE or HSC exams with a resulting ATAR of 70 or above<br />OR</li>
<li>Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) or equivalent results if these have been completed within the last 5 years.</li>
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<p><em>Please note: all applicants must be of school leaving age or older to apply.</em></p>
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<h3>English Requirements</h3>
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<li>Min&nbsp;<b>PTE</b>:&nbsp;58</li>
<li>Min&nbsp;<b>IELTS</b>:&nbsp;6.5</li>
<li>Min&nbsp;<b>TOEFL</b>:&nbsp;84</li>
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<p>The following careers are open to graduates of this program:</p>
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<li>Academic teaching</li>
<li>Public libraries</li>
<li>Research institutes</li>
<li>Church ministry</li>
<li>Church agencies</li>
<li>Parish adult faith programs</li>
<li>Education and teaching (upon completion of a graduate-entry teaching qualification)</li>
<li>International diplomacy and trade missions</li>
<li>Journalism and media</li>
<li>Catholic and Christian schools</li>
<li>Pastoral counselling</li>
<li>Religious education coordination</li>
<li>Youth work</li>
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Our Diploma of Theology is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program which provides a basic qualification in theology. The program provides has been designed for students with no previous background in theological studies or those who might wish to update their theological knowledge.

Diploma of Theology

<p>Notre Dame is a private Catholic University, extending from the West Coast of Australia in the beautiful and historic City of Fremantle, to the North-West town of Broome and across the continent to the heart of Sydney.</p>
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