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The Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education prepares graduates to teach religious education. It provides graduates with knowledge of the disciplines, principles, practices and traditions that form the basis for religious education.
At Catholic Theological College and Yarra Theological Union the award fulfils the requirements of the Catholic Education Commission of Victoria Policy 1.7 Accreditation to Teach Religious Education in a Catholic School.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education
The Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education consists of 72 points.
| Course Structure | Type | Points |
|---|---|---|
Program 1: Catholic Theological College and Yarra Theological Union |
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| BS8610Z Introduction to the Bible for Teachers | Core | 18 |
| CT8620Z Introduction to Theology for Teachers | Core | 18 |
| DT8630Z Introduction to Moral Theology for Teachers | Core | 18 |
| DR8640Z Introduction to Religious Education for Teachers | Core | 18 |
Program 2: Australian Lutheran College |
||
| DE8007L Principles and Context of Lutheran Schooling | Core | 18 |
| DR8013L The Practice of Lutheran Education | Core | 18 |
| Postgraduate foundational units in the disciplines of Old Testament, New Testament, or Biblical Studies | Elective | 18 |
| Postgraduate foundational units in the discipline of Systematic Theology | Elective | 18 |
Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.
For admissions information please consult Australian Lutheran College or Catholic Theological College or Yarra Theological Union.
The Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education requires completion of 72 points over two years and the course structure differs for each College.
The total cost of the course at 2026 fees is $10,152.
Fees are subject to change from year to year. For more information about fees, please visit the Fees page.
Credit of up to 36 points may be granted towards this award.
Credit is granted in accordance with the Credit Policy.
Graduates may proceed to study at Graduate Diploma or Masters’ level.
Courses can be delivered through a variety of modes, such as:
| Standard | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
|
6 months |
6 months |
2 years |
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The table gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students admitted into this course. It provides data on all students who commenced study in the most relevant recent intake period.
| Applicant Background | Number of Students | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|---|
| (A) Past Higher Education Study | 1 | 100% |
| (B) Past Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study | 0 | 0% |
| (C) Recent Secondary Education | ||
| Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR | -20 | 0% |
| Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered | 0 | 0% |
| Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor | 0 | 0% |
| (D) Work and life experience | 0 | 0% |
| International Students | 0 | 0% |
| All Students | 1 | 100% |
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Upon successful completion of all course requirements, students will receive an invitation to graduate. This entitles the graduate to wear the approved Academic Dress at the graduation ceremony, and to use the approved postnominals after their name.
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