History
The University of Divinity is over a century old, having been established in 1910 as the Melbourne College of Divinity to provide Australian theology degrees and other qualifications that support the growth and vitality of Christian churches and their leadership.
Education
Experience a unique engagement with Christian theological traditions at the University of Divinity, a collegiate Australian University. Whether you are interested in the academic study of theology, exploration of your Christian faith, personal growth, ordained ministry, or training as a lay-worker, at the University of Divinity you can take the next step in your vocation.
You can study diplomas, undergraduate degrees, graduate certificates and diplomas, postgraduate degrees and higher degrees by research.
Research
The University of Divinity has a long tradition of research excellence and produces world-class research in all theological disciplines. The School of Graduate Research (SGR) fosters a high-quality learning environment for higher degree by research (HDR) students and their supervisors from pre-admission information through to post-candidature guidance and networking.
The engaging research culture at the University of Divinity includes two higher degrees by research and a research methodology unit available to students, regular conferences, seminars and access to world-class visiting scholars.
Distance Learning Courses
Humanities (15)
- Graduate Diploma Divinity
- Master Divinity
- Bachelor Ministry
- Advanced Diploma Philosophy
- M.Phil. Philosophy
- Ph.D. Philosophy
- Graduate Diploma Spiritual Direction
- Master Spiritual Direction
- Master Theological Studies
- Bachelor Theology
- Bachelor Theology
- Graduate Certificate Theology
- Graduate Diploma Theology
- Master Theology
- Advanced Diploma Theology and Ministry
Library services
The Libraries affiliated with the University of Divinity (UD) and its Colleges are critical to the University’s mission. Their combined collections, together with the online resources available via the University’s Library Hub, provide all members of the University community with access to an extensive range of resources that support excellence in learning, teaching and research.
ICT services
Staff and students of the University use a number of systems in their learning, teaching and research:
- ARK = the Learning Management System, used to support all units at the University
- Library Hub = digital library resources including databases, journals and e-books
- Paradigm = the Student Information Management System, providing access to enrolment data and results.
Medical services
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.