The Graduate Certificate in Spirituality allows students to understand personal spiritual experience through introductory study of themes and approaches in Christian spirituality. It serves as a foundation for further study in spirituality or spiritual direction. Graduates are able to articulate insights for Christian practice and identity.
Overseas students
CRICOS N/A
Study modes
Classroom, Mixed, Online
Duration
6 months full-time
Up to 2 years part-time
2 level 8/9 Units in the disciplines of Spirituality or Spiritual Direction
NOTE: The information presented in this graphic is a general guide and not a substitute for personal course advice with a Course Advisor. Please click the links on the legend to read about Whitley College units that may be included in this course.
The Graduate Certificate in Spirituality consists of:
| Unit ID | Unit | Field/Discipline |
|---|---|---|
2 level 8/9 Units in the disciplines of Spirituality or Spiritual Direction |
Field D (Mission & Ministry) | |
| DS Spirituality |
The Graduate Certificate in Spirituality consists of:
An undergraduate degree of 5 years relevant work experience.
All applicants must meet the English admission requirements of the University of Divinity as outlined in the Admissions Policy.
Students have 3 hours of class time per standard unit they are enrolled in across the 12 teaching weeks of semester.
Students should allow an additional 10 hours for study and assessment tasks per week for each unit they are enrolled in – that is 13 hours per unit per week.
The full-time study load for the Graduate Certificate in Spirituality is 3 units per semester which is a commitment of 39 hours per week.
Depending on the time available for study, students can choose to study part-time by enrolling in 1 to 2 units per semester. The Graduate Certificate in Theology can be completed within the maximum 2 years allowed if students choose to enrol in 1 unit per semester.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Spirituality:
Graduates may be eligible to proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Spirituality/Spiritual Direction or the Master of Spirituality/Spiritual Direction.
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