Overview

Graduates of Spiritual Direction program University of Divinity are equipped for the ministry of spiritual direction in the particular tradition.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Spiritual Direction:

have knowledge of the history, theory, content and dynamics of the Christian spirituality;
have knowledge of the art of spiritual direction, including the necessary dispositions of the spiritual director and key skills required;
apply skills of spiritual direction under supervision;
apply skills of spiritual direction within a range of contexts including retreats.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Art of Contemplative Practice

Art of Spiritual Companioning

Religious Experience and the Christian Spiritual Tradition

Personal Awareness and Human Development

Religious Experience and the Christian Spiritual Tradition

Spiritual Direction Practicum

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-17 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-13 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Adelaide, Australia

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 24 other Bachelors in Theology and Religious Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS 080411G
Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

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19608 AUD / year

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19608 AUD / year

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Living costs

Adelaide

Australia

1328 - 2474 AUD / month

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Duration

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