University of Divinity

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Our Colleges run open days during the year. Check with the Colleges for details.

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Policies and Services

Admission criteria

Applicants with Recent Secondary Education (within the past two years)

Undergraduate applicants are normally required to have the Victorian Certificate of Education, International Baccalaureate or equivalent. The ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) is not used in selection of students for admission.

Applicants with Higher Education study

Students with a prior Bachelor or Masters degree may opt for study at either undergraduate or postgraduate level. Students may be eligible for credit for their prior studies.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

Undergraduate applicants are normally required to have the Victorian Certificate of Education, International Baccalaureate or equivalent. Applicants with a prior VET qualification in theology or a related area may be eligible for credit at undergraduate level.

Applicants with work and life experience

Applicants who have the Victorian Certificate of Education, International Baccalaureate or equivalent are eligible to apply for all University of Divinity undergraduate courses.

Applicants who do not have the Victorian Certificate of Education, International Baccalaureate or equivalent may apply to enter the Diploma in Theology, and, on completion, use the Diploma as a pathway into further undergraduate studies.

Additional Information

Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications

Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications are eligible to apply if their prior studies were taken at a Recognised Institution of the University (please see Regulation 2 Determination 12).

English Language proficiency

English Language Proficiency Requirements detailed in the Admissions Policy (section 6) apply to all applicants for coursework and higher degree by research awards at the University, and to applicants for single units.

How to apply

Applications are made directly to the University of Divinity, step by step instructions on how to apply are outlined on our website.  

Enrolment

Acceptance of offer

If your application is accepted, you will receive an admission letter from the University and a welcome pack from your College with the information you need to get started.

Credit for prior study

If you believe you are eligible for credit for prior study, submit a Credit Application Form with your Admission form. Your course advisor will be able to help you complete the form. Your course advisor will notify you of the result of your credit application during your first semester of study.

Deferment

Accepted students may delay their commencement of study by up to two semesters. 

Student services

The Colleges of the University offer a range of support services for students as required by the Student Support Services Policy, including orientation events, academic skills programs, spiritual and welfare support. Please contact your College for further information.

Health and Wellbeing

Taking care of your physical and mental health will help you to achieve academic success, make the most of your learning opportunities and enjoy a positive student experience. Consult our Health and Wellbeing guide to enable members of the University to locate professional local and online healthcare and counselling services, in Australia.

Appeals and Grievances

All members of the University, including students and academic staff, must abide by the Statement of Rights, Responsibilities and Conduct of Members of the University. The University’s Grievances Policy may be consulted where a member of the University is alleged to be in breach of the Statement. A person may consult the Appeals Policy where he or she wishes to appeal a decision made by the University. View more information on Appeals and Grievances.

Fees and financial assistance

The University of Divinity Council sets tuition fees and fees for other services annually. Fees at the University are governed by the Fees Policy. The approved schedule of tuition fees can be downloaded fromDivinity Fees 2020.

Fees for the provision of academic documents are approved by the University Council and may be found in the Academic Documents Policy and Procedures.

The student tuition fee for a unit must be paid in full prior to the commencement of a unit. Fees are paid directly to the University of Divinity at the time of admission or re-enrolment.

FEE-HELP

Australian citizens and holders of a permanent humanitarian visa may defer the payment of fees through the FEE-HELP loan scheme.  Tuition fees are paid by the Australian Government and debited to a loan account. Students are not required to begin repaying the accumulated loan debt until their taxable income rises above the compulsory repayment threshold.

Please see the Study Assist website for more information about FEE-HELP.

Grants and Scholarships

Visit our website for more information on grants and scholarships to study at the University. 

Where to get further information

• University of Divinity – University of Divinity's Profile
• TEQSA national register – The Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) is Australia's independent national quality assurance and regulatory agency for higher education
• ComparED – The ComparED website provides prospective students with transparent institution information from recent graduates and current students views.
• Study Assist – Information for students about government assistance for financing tertiary study.