Bachelor of Ministry and Theology

Career opportunities

Church pastor, youth minister, evangelist, church administrator, school chaplain, pastoral educator.

Areas of study

Biblical studies, church ministry, theology.

Practical experience

The Bachelor of Ministry and Theology (BMinTh) is an undergraduate program designed for those who have felt the call of God to be ministers of the Gospel. The BMinTh is designed to prepare students to serve as ministers in the church and wider community. Students study units in church ministry, theology, and biblical studies, with an optional major in chaplaincy, extending career opportunities.

The BMinTh integrates deep Biblical knowledge with practical experience to equip men and women with the knowledge and skills needed to build a strong church and community and strengthen ministry networks and contacts. Practical experience opportunities include church placements and externship experiences.

The BMinTh can be studied on campus or online providing students with the flexibility to balance study with work and family commitments. Avondale is an institutional member of the Australian and New Zealand Association of Theological Studies Limited (ANZATS) and the Australian and New Zealand Association of Theological Field Educators (ANZATFE).

Professional recognition

Seventh-day Adventist graduates of the BMinTh are eligible to begin a ministry internship in a local conference. After two years of internship, their progress is reviewed to determine if they are ready for a ministerial or commissioned licence. A further three or more years of satisfactory ministry practice is necessary before they can be considered for ordination or commissioning and a full ministerial / commissioned credential is issued.

Other graduates of the BMinTh should liaise with officers of their own denomination to determine the ministry requirements that apply to them.

Fees and charges

Refer to Avondale University latest fee information.