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Advanced Diploma in Philosophy

  • Diploma

The Advanced Diploma in Philosophy builds on the Diploma in Theology by enabling students to deepen their understanding through a specialised focus on Philosophy. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$14,888 per year

About this course

The Advanced Diploma in Philosophy builds on the Diploma in Theology by enabling students to deepen their understanding through a specialised focus on Philosophy. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of of the Victorian Certificate of Education in an Australian secondary school or the Diploma in Theology, or equivalent.
Prospective students apply by direct entry to a College of the University. The Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) is not used in selection at the University of Divinity.
It may be possible for students to receive credit into their course for prior post-secondary study in theology or ministry.

Study locations

Catholic Theological College

Yarra Theological Union

Career pathways

Graduates may proceed to the Bachelor of Ministry or Bachelor of Theology.

Course structure

The Advanced Diploma in Philosophy builds on the Diploma in Theology by enabling students to deepen their understanding through a specialised focus on Philosophy. It may be possible for students to undertake study in a ministry setting as part of the course.
a) have significant foundational skills for critical study of Christian texts.
b) have skills to articulate and reflect upon foundational theological, scriptural and philosophical knowledge.
c) have strong analytical skills allowing them to analyse and communicate sound theological and philosophical arguments, especially in relation to worldview perspectives.
d) apply their skills and knowledge to their own and other contexts and traditions through philosophical analysis and argument.
e) apply their skills and knowledge to the service of others through practical engagement and in contexts such as practical support ministries or cultural and philosophical analysis.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at University of Divinity.
87.8%
Overall satisfaction
82.5%
Skill scale
82.6%
Teaching scale
83.1%
Employed full-time
$58k
Average salary