BBI - The Australian Institute of Theological Education
Sydney, Australia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 1979
Overview
BBI-TAITE provides flexible, fully online higher education within a Catholic educational tradition. A Member College of the Australian University College of Divinity (AUCD), it delivers recognised higher education awards supported by AUCD's shared curriculum and academic governance framework. Its nested award pathways cover Theological Studies, Religious Education, Leadership and Theology, and Governance and Canon Law. Previous study and relevant professional learning or experience may receive credit following individual assessment against award requirements. Students can access academic, wellbeing and ICT support, along with a fully online library through the Digital Theological Library. Applications for the Licentiate in Canon Law and Graduate Diploma in Canon Law offered in partnership with Saint Paul University, Ottawa, follow a separate process.
Fields of study
- Theological Studies
- Religious Education
- Leadership and Theology
- Governance and Canon Law
Accreditation: Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- 2026-03-02, 2026-07-13, 2026-11-09, 2027-03-01, 2027-07-12, 2027-11-08
- Application deadlines
- Applications must be received at least four calendar weeks before session commencement.
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- studentservices@bbi.catholic.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$2,950 – A$35,400 / course
From about $1,947 / year
Domestic students
A$985 – A$2,950 / course
2026 published fees are per unit: standard fee $2,950; S9247 and S9248 $1,500 each; T8191 and T9291 $985 each. The minimum and maximum recorded here describe this unit-fee range, not annual or whole-award totals. Electives are charged according to their discipline. The standard-fee heading repeats 'Graduate Diploma' and also lists Masters; Graduate Certificate coverage requires clarification. International rates, whole-program totals and application fees are not separately established by the supplied schedule. No conversion from per-unit pricing to an allowed tuition-period category has been made.
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 |
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| Graduate Diploma in Governance and Canon Law (opens in a new tab)English · Online | Diploma | 1 year | A$2,950 / credit | Varies | March, July, November |
| Licentiate in Canon Law (opens in a new tab)English · Blended | — | — | Varies | Varies | Annual |
| Master of Leadership and Theology (opens in a new tab)English · Online | Master's | 18 months | A$2,950 / credit | Varies | March, July, November |
| Master of Religious Education (opens in a new tab)English · Online | Master's | 18 months | A$2,950 / credit | Varies | March, July, November |
| Master of Theological Studies (opens in a new tab)English · Online | Master's | 18 months | A$2,950 / credit | Varies | March, July, November |
Information last verified Sep 22, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.