Ministry and Theology Avondale University

Overview

The ministry qualifications equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to build a strong church and community. The Ministry and Theology program from Avondale University  is offered either on campus or via distance education, allowing you to balancer study with work, social or family commitments. With practical experience opportunities, strong industry contacts and one-on-one support, you will be work-ready upon graduation.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Ministry and Theology, graduates will be able to:

• Demonstrate a broad and coherent knowledge in the disciplines of biblical studies, theology and pastoral ministry and their underlying methodologies;
• articulate a clear historically informed understanding of Seventh-day Adventist theology, identity, and mission;
• independently analyse and critically evaluate Biblical, theological and pastoral ministry concepts and methodologies, and demonstrate how they relate to a Seventh-day Adventist world view;
• communicate acquired Biblical and theological knowledge, and pastoral ministry skills in a contextualised manner to a diverse range of audiences through preaching, evangelism and technology;
• model and articulate the relevance of a relationship with Christ and Christian beliefs to the practice of ministry and Christian living;

• exhibit the skills and capacities expected of a growing, reflective Christian ministry practitioner and/or scholar in a pastoral capacity.

Career Opportunities

The BMinTh provides the foundations for a career as a:

• Church pastor
• Youth minister
• Evangelist
• Church administrator
• School chaplain
• Pastoral educator