Taught from a faith-oriented perspective, CSU's Bachelor of Theology will equip you for Christian ministry or leadership and broaden your horizons. The course is theologically and biblically rich as well as vocationally oriented. Integrated with practical experience, the course offers a flexible learning environment, online and on campus at four study locations. The course also offers international study trips to deepen appreciation of historical and cultural dimensions of the Christian tradition. Course highlights CSU's globally recognised Bachelor of Theology fosters the search for meaning and spiritual depth in the context of cultural and religious pluralism in contemporary Australia. Connect history with emerging practice Learn about ways in which God speaks, explore ways the Church has spoken about God, reflect carefully on your speech about God, and combine theory with practice in communicating God's care for the world in your own contexts. Study support is readily available throughout your exploration of theology and we're here to help. Build strong theological foundations Be introduced to four main sub-disciplines of theology through Biblical studies, church history, systematic and practical theology subjects. You'll also have the opportunity to choose elective subjects within these disciplines allowing you to tailor your study to meet your interests. Take your learning experience to your community Deepen your faith and understanding in the context in which you live and work as you develop frameworks for critical and constructive engagement in church and society. To enable you to pursue ordination or other forms of ministry, the course is offered in conjunction with St Mark's National Theological Centre in Canberra, the United Theological College in North Parramatta, St Francis' Theological College in Brisbane and St Barnabas' College in Adelaide. Enrich your theology learning with another area of interest You can choose to study theology subjects only or integrate your study with another area of interest to enrich your learning. Choosing subjects that are vocationally oriented, ecumenically sensitive and integrated with practical experience will help you pursue ordination or professional ministry. There is a wide range of learning opportunities if you wish to explore your faith and beliefs as well as those of other traditions. Career opportunities Skills and attributes from theology and ministry are valued in a broad range of settings. Institutional settings Ordained ministry in either the Anglican or Uniting Church. Chaplaincy in a variety of institutional settings, such as schools, military, prisons, police, ambulance, hospital, trade and industry. Social welfare and support organisations Work in the social welfare arms of charities and the church including overseas development aid, communication functions and pastoral care. Transfer your skills to other areas of work The generalist skills and specialist vocational training provided by this course are also transferable to many other fields where you will work closely with individuals and communities.