An inclusive community of theological
education and formation.

An inclusive community of theological education and formation.

GCTRE: Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education

Students

Available to

  • Domestic
  • Offshore

Duration

  • Part-time : 2 years

Modes

  • Online

Units

  • 4 units

Intake

  • February

Information

  • AQF 08
  • CRICOS N/A

The Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education (GCTRE) prepares graduate teachers (or equivalent) to lead and/or teach religious education. It provides graduates with knowledge of the disciplines, principles, practices, and traditions that form the basis for religious education. It is designed specifically to meet the requirements of VCEA Policy.

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Course learning outcomes

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education:

  1. have a foundational knowledge and skills in theological disciplines of importance for teaching religious education.
  2. have enhanced their capabilities to engage with particular faith traditions and spirituality.
  3. have ability to communicate religious traditions to students by drawing critically on appropriate sources.
  4. apply knowledge of contemporary approaches to the learning and teaching of religious education.
  5. apply their knowledge to religious awareness and faith formation of students and the formation of religious identity in a school community.

Course structure

Students complete the following four units (each worth 18 points), undertaking one unit per semester over 2 years:

  • BS8610Z Introduction to the Bible for Teachers
  • CT8620Z Introduction to Theology for Teachers
  • DT8630Z Introduction to Moral Theology for Teachers
  • DR8640Z Introduction to Religious Education for Teachers

Admission criteria

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.

Tuition fees

Fees for 2027 are $2,691 per 18-point unit.