Australian University of Theology
Sydney, Australia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 3,000
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 1891
Overview
Australian University of Theology is an Australian university with its contact office in Sydney. It leads a confessionally diverse consortium of independent affiliated colleges delivering its awards. Specialist qualifications in theology, ministry and Christian studies range from undergraduate certificates to doctoral degrees. Its purposes include teaching, research and preparation for Christian ministry and service. Applicants should contact the registrar of their chosen affiliated college for course availability, admission and enrolment advice. February and July intakes are published, with deadlines determined by the enrolling college. Overseas students may study approved courses at authorised delivery locations under AUT's CRICOS provider code 02650E.
Fields of study
- Theology
- Ministry
- Christian Studies
- Bible and Languages
- Christian Thought and History
- Evangelism and Missiology
- Pastoral and Church-Focused Ministry
- Development and Education Ministry
- Pastoral Care for Mental Health
Accreditation: Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- February, July
- Application deadlines
- Check the specific February and July intake deadlines with your chosen affiliated college.
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- info@aut.edu.au
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
A$20,000 – A$45,000 / semester
From about $26,400 / year
Domestic students
A$3,000 – A$10,000 / semester
Published 2026 domestic fees for a full-time 48-credit-point semester are AUD 11,412 for Bachelor of Theology, Bachelor of Ministry and Doctor of Philosophy, and AUD 12,648 for Master of Divinity and Graduate Certificate of Pastoral Care for Mental Health. These are program examples, not university-wide minimum and maximum fees. International rates are not established by the supplied material. Fees are set annually; the central page lists 2026 and 2027 schedules. Eligible students may access FEE-HELP loans.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Ministry (opens in a new tab)English, Chinese · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | A$11,412 / semester | Varies | — |
| Bachelor of Theology (opens in a new tab)English, Chinese · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | A$11,412 / semester | Varies | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | PhD | 3 years | A$11,412 / semester | Varies | — |
| Graduate Certificate of Pastoral Care for Mental Health (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Diploma | 6 months | A$12,648 / semester | Varies | — |
| Master of Divinity (opens in a new tab)English, Chinese · Full Time | Master's | 3 years | A$12,648 / semester | Varies | — |
Information last verified Sep 22, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.