Transforming Faith and Life Study at Yarra Theological Union 2020 PROSPECTUS

CRICOS Provider 01037A 2020 Prospectus | 1 We seek to promote and resource the participation of all people in the mission of God, for the building up of a healthy church and for the transformation of the world.

The Yarra Theological Union 2020 Prospectus is intended as an introductory guide to students who may wish to apply to study at the College.

Interested students should first seek an appointment with the Yarra Theological Union Dean to discuss what is the best program of studies to suit their needs.

Students who are ready to enrol may either fill out an application in person at the initial interview, or download a form from the University of Divinity website (divinity.edu.au) and return the completed from with the relevant documentation to the Yarra Theological Union office.

Potential students who wish to find out more about theological education at the University of Divinity, or who would like to discuss their application, are encouraged to contact the Yarra Theological Union Office.

Ross Fishburn Tau Cross: crafted by Paul Shields, using four different Australian timbers (2015), [email protected] reproduced with permission. 2 | Yarra Theological Union About Yarra Theological Union Yarra Theological Union (YTU) is a College of the University of Divinity, ’s only specialised university.

YARRA THEOLOGICAL UNION IS • a centre for theological education and On 18th January 1973, YTU was granted ministerial formation for men and formal recognition as an institute of women and seminarians, especially priestly formation by the then Archbishop religious and lay people; of , James Cardinal Knox. In • a College in the Catholic tradition, under September 1973, YTU, together with the the auspices of eight religious orders; Catholic Theological College in Clayton • open to all who would wish to enrol and the United Faculty of Theology in from any church background; Parkville, was approved by the University • a place of hospitality and welcome; of Divinity (then MCD) as a College with the • committed to being a community of right to teach for the degree of Bachelor of scholarship, prayer and pastoral care. Theology. This was extended to approving the right to teach towards the postgraduate Yarra Theological Union was originally degrees of Master of Theology and Doctor founded in 1971 by the Carmelites, the of Theology in 1975. , the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart and the . Over the years Over recent years YTU, together with the other orders joined: the other colleges of the University of Divinity (Australian and New Zealand Provinces), (UD), has extended its teaching program to Pallottines, Dominicans, Divine Word provide postgraduate units for candidates Missionaries, the for the degrees of Master of Theological and the Blessed Sacrament Congregation. Studies, Graduate Diploma in Theology, Graced by the generosity of the Franciscan Master of Theology (Coursework), Doctor Friars YTU is located at St. Paschal Friary. of Philosophy, and, from 2018 Master of Education and Theology.

Building a Healthier Church

YTU aims to contribute to the building up of to a more participatory and collaborative healthy models of ministry and church life mode of being church. We believe this through theological teaching and research. renewed way of being church can be found and resourced from within the Catholic Carrying forward this aim has two aspects: tradition. healthy practice and cultural change. To build a healthy church, we need to YTU seeks to progress both these aspects of promote and resource healthy practice of its project by its formational practices with being church and doing ministry. seminarians, and through workshops and To build a healthy church also requires us events aimed at the wider church public. It to change and transform the culture of seeks to embed this aim in its curriculum. the church, to move away from clericalism

2020 Prospectus | 3 Why study theology?

People study theology for all sorts of Theological graduates use their reasons. Some study theology to train for qualifications as preparation for ministry, ministry whether lay or ordained. Some as further qualifications to enrich careers study theology to help clarify where God in teaching, pastoral care, educational is calling them to be. Some study theology leadership, mission, welfare and many to gain a deeper personal understanding other roles within the churches and of their faith, of the scriptures, or of the beyond. traditions of the church. For some people, theological study is like study in the liberal Whatever your reasons for wanting to study arts, providing a training in thinking and theology I encourage you to come and have argumentation, and in the breadth and a chat with us about how YTU can help you depth of Christian culture. All of these are achieve your goals in theological studies. valid reasons to study theology, and this list Reverend Dr Ross Fishburn (Academic Dean) is not exhaustive!

What our students say

“YTU is a supportive and loving community “After twenty years of teaching and not that’s enabled so many people to deepen being a student myself, I returned to the their understanding of who God is, both in world of further studies. The staff at YTU their lives and in the wider world. The sense have been amazing in guiding me and of “community” amongst the students, delivering a quality education. The four faculty and admin is something that makes years I have so far spent at the campus this beautiful college unique, and inviting. It have absolutely flown and I am so grateful really is a family, walking together towards for everything I have learnt.” God.” Allison Nally Luke Bulley “An experience of limitless learning, “I have been a student of YTU and the expansive enough to never get to the end, University of Divinity for the last six years. within beautiful surrounds, and studying The experience has been rewarding beyond with peoples of diverse and interesting measure. The calibre of the teachers is cultures. Each lesson is an encounter with very high and the atmosphere is friendly; God.” I have made wonderful friendships. There Mel Fernandes is great flexibility as to whether to study in the evenings, during the day or in intensive mode. This was particularly helpful to me as I have needed to juggle work and caring responsibilities with my studies. What I have learnt in the course of my theological studies is invaluable. It has enriched me both personally and professionally.” Tiziana D’Costa

4 | Yarra Theological Union Entry Level Units at YTU 2020

NN1000Y | Introduction to Tertiary DM1330Y/8330Y | Introduction to the Studies in Theology Theology of Mission [Associate Professor Michael A. Kelly CSsR] [Fr Albano Da Costa SVD] This not for credit unit introduces students The unit will begin with the conceptual to the methods and skills needed to begin clarification of the terms mission and tertiary level study in theology. missiology followed by an analysis of the biblical foundations of mission and its BA1000Y/8000Y | Entering the world of the historical developments leading to the Old Testament: Survey and Method contemporary issues. [Dr Janina Hiebel] DP1001Y/8001Y | Foundations for Pastoral This unit is an introduction to the Old Practice Testament. It consists of a study of the history and geography of biblical Israel, as [Dr Barry Rogers] well as a survey of the literature of the Old This unit will explore two areas Testament and its formation. It includes an underpinning good pastoral practice: introduction to the contemporary critical human development theory, and methodologies used to explore biblical texts theological notions of the self. After and an application of these to specific texts. exploring theories of human psychological development, the unit will explore how BN1000Y/8000Y | Entering the world of we come to understand the self within a the New Testament pastoral setting. [Sr Glenda Bourke SGS, Dr Francis Otobo] DS1000Y/8000Y | Foundations for This unit aims to provide students with a Christian Spirituality comprehensive overview of the formation, socio-historical setting and literary forms [Dr Robyn Reynolds OLSH et al] of the New Testament literature. Whilst The unit addresses understandings of studying the various books of the New spirituality and various approaches to its Testament, students will be introduced to study (e.g. (i) historical, (ii) theological and contemporary methods of critical biblical (iii) anthropological). Traditional Christian interpretation. spiritualities, both apostolic and mystical are examined, as well as other selected CH1001Y/8001Y | A Survey of Early and spiritualities, including indigenous and eco- Medieval Church History (100-1450) spiritualities. The unit invites students to [Dr Matthew Beckmann OFM] relate the study of spirituality to their own personal contexts. This unit introduces students to modern skills in the discipline of history. It also DT1000Y/8000Y | Introduction to Moral introduces students to the broad sweep of Theology: The God I believe in is the God I church history from the end of the apostolic respond to era (c.100CE) to the first flowerings of the Renaissance in the mid fourteenth century. [Fr Philip Malone MSC] This unit explores the essential components CT1003Y/8003Y | Beginning with Jesus for understanding and appreciating Moral [Dr Ross Fishburn] Theology as a theological discipline, and its integration with other theological This unit introduces the study of theology, disciplines. Particular emphasis is given to its sources and methods, through the Covenant relationship: the human person study of Christology. It focusses on Jesus made in the image and likeness of God and Christ, his life and ministry, his death and transformed in the new life of the Risen resurrection, and the subsequent reflection Christ, and consequently on the principles of the Church on his identity. and processes for making responsible moral choices as a Christian in the context of everyday life.

2020 Prospectus | 5 Undergraduate programs

BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY UPFRONT FEES 24 units; 3 year full time equivalent $1704 per 18 point unit of study This degree gives students opportunity for AUDIT ENROLMENTS (not for credit study) both breadth and depth in the range of are available at $500 per unit theological disciplines.

BACHELOR OF MINISTRY FEE HELP 24 units; 3 year full time equivalent Students in any University of Divinity This degree is similar to the Bachelor of course who are Australian citizens, or hold Theology, but has a greater emphasis on a permanent humanitarian visa, can have practical and ministry oriented subjects. their tuition fees met by a loan from the Commonwealth Government.

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY AND The scheme is called the Higher Education MINISTRY Loan Program: FEE–HELP for short (and 16 units; 2 year full time equivalent applied for online as ‘eCAF’). This is a shorter award in which a student undertakes some basic studies in the key disciplines, and extends those in areas of their choice.

DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY 8 units; 1 year full time equivalent This course is a short award requiring basic study in scripture, theology and church history, together with opportunity to study other units according to choice. It is available as an entry point for those who do not have the usual university entrance requirements.

For further details of these awards please consult our website, www.ytu.edu.au, or our 2020 Handbook, which is available from the YTU Office.

6 | Yarra Theological Union Postgraduate coursework programs Many of these awards are available to those who are university graduates in disciplines other than theology. They allow students who have an undergraduate degree to study theology from the beginning, but at postgraduate level, in a way which honours their educational background and skill.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN THEOLOGY MASTER OF DIVINITY 3 units; 6 months full time equivalent 18 units; 3 year full time equivalent This is a short award, which requires a This is a postgraduate award somewhat student to take 3 foundational units in similar in scope to the Bachelor of Theology different disciplines, giving a basis for degree. further study. MASTER OF EDUCATION AND THEOLOGY GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY 5-9 units (216 points with up to 108 points of credit [GENERAL] –but effectively 96 points available); 1.5-4.5 years part-time 6 units; 1 year full time equivalent This award is designed for teachers as a This one year equivalent award is a good coursework Master’s degree. It offers a way to explore the basics of theology and high degree of flexibility in the choice of delve deeper in a chosen area or areas. units, and enables teachers to complement

and extend their previous learning in both MASTER OF THEOLOGICAL STUDIES theology and education. 12 units; 2 year full time equivalent This degree offers a great balance between UPFRONT FEES laying a solid foundation for theological $2640 per 24 point unit of study study and allowing a depth of study in AUDIT ENROLMENTS (not for credit study) chosen areas, without needing to cover the are available at $500 per unit whole curriculum.

FEE HELP MASTER OF THEOLOGY (COURSEWORK) 10 units; 1.5 - 2 year full time equivalent Students in any University of Divinity course who are Australian citizens, or hold This award is open to theological graduates a permanent humanitarian visa, can have only, and provides an opportunity to further their tuition fees met by a loan from the extend the range of studies already begun Commonwealth Government. in one’s primary degree. It’s often used by seminarians to complete the range of study The scheme is called the Higher Education required by the church. Loan Program: FEE–HELP for short (and For further details of these awards applied for online as ‘eCAF’). please consult our website, www.ytu.edu.au, or our 2020 Handbook, which is available from the YTU Office.

2020 Prospectus | 7 Specialised Programs

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN TEACHING RESEARCH AWARDS RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (GCTRE) This is a specialised program designed MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY to provide trained teachers with an introduction to theology and biblical studies This degree consists of a 40,000 word thesis for the purpose of gaining accreditation and attendance at 8 hours of postgraduate to teach religious education in Catholic seminars per annum. 1-1.5 year’s full time schools. Four units are taken over a two or 3 years part time (Maximum 4 years). year period, with each unit requiring 4 days of class time. MASTER OF THEOLOGY This degree consists of a 40,000 word thesis UPFRONT FEES and attendance at 8 hours of postgraduate GCTRE unit seminars per annum. 1-1.5 year’s full time $1760 per 16 point unit of study or 3 years part time (Maximum 4 years).

GCTRE Integrative unit DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY $880 per 8 point unit of study This degree requires a major piece of directed research, usually through a thesis of 100,000 words. GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SPIRITUAL DIRECTION DOCTOR OF THEOLOGY This award is offered through the Siloam This degree requires a major piece of program at the Heart of Life Spirituality directed research, usually through a thesis Centre located on YTU’s campus. It may be of 100,000 words. done full time over one year or part time over two years.

For further details of these awards please consult our website, www.ytu.edu.au, or our 2020 Handbook, which is available from the YTU Office.

8 | Yarra Theological Union St Paschal Library Libraries

The University of Divinity (UD) Library The principal YTU campus library is St Hub: www.divinity.edu.au/library provides Paschal Library, located underneath access to an extensive range of online the main friary chapel building. It is the resources, the combined catalogue (which provincial library of the Franciscans and also substantially integrates UDCat) and a wealth houses the YTU library collection. The St of other library-related information. Paschal Library collection includes specialist resources in Franciscan studies, patristic UDCat can still be searched at https:// and medieval studies, ancient languages, divinity.on.worldcat.org/discovery contemporary theology and art history. UDCat is a combined library catalogue that allows the simultaneous searching of the The collections within the libraries of the catalogues of libraries affiliated with the UD. Carmelites, the Redemptorists and the Divine Word Missionaries (SVD) further The Libraries Brochure provides further widen the range of available resources. information about all available libraries: The Carmelite Library in Middle Park has https://library.divinity.edu.au/libraries.html a special strength in spirituality http:// carmelitelibrary.org/ All members of the University are entitled to The Redemptorist Library has a dedicated receive a University ID Card which conveys Social Justice Collection housed in the YTU entitlement to access the University’s Study Centre https://ytu-rsl.calyx.net.au/, Library Hub, to visit and borrow from all as well as a library in Kew. Many of the libraries affiliated with the University. SVD missiology books are housed in St Please note that your card and contact Paschal Library for easy accessibility https:// details need to be added to each individual ytu-dwml.calyx.net.au/ library’s management system. This will The SVD and Redemptorist libraries may generally have already been done for you be used in person by YTU students, by at the primary library associated with your appointment. home institution. If you wish to access any Contact information: https://ytu-rsl.calyx. other library collections, please remember net.au/ and https://ytu-dwml.calyx.net.au/ to register at each additional library before you borrow for the first time. Early in each academic year the librarians at St Paschal Library conduct introduction You are however advised to check your sessions to that library and to the services entitlements at Dalton McCaughey Library offered through the UD Library Hub. https://pydio.calyx.net.au/data/public/ dmlmembership. Further details are available on the St Any enquiries about University-wide library Paschal Library website http://vspc- resources and services can be emailed to franciscan.org.au/, in the YTU Handbook [email protected] and on the YTU website https://ytu.edu.au/.

2020 Prospectus | 9 2020 Timetable | Semester One

Monday 9:30am DC2/3/9011Y Canon Law A 1:30pm NN1000Y Introduction to Tertiary Studies in Theology 6:00pm CH1/8001Y A Survey of Early and Medieval Church History (100-1450) CH/DT 2/3/9230Y Catholic Social Thought in Australia and Overseas

Tuesday 9:30am CT3/9012Y The Christian Doctrine of God the Holy Trinity DT/81000Y Introduction to Moral Theology: The God I believe in is the God I respond to 6:00pm AL1/8011Y New Testament Greek A BN1/8000Y Entering the World of The New Testament CT2/3/9023Y Salvation and the End of Time DM2/3/9014Y Interreligious Dialogue

Wednesday 9:30am BN2/3/9012Y Matthew DM2/3/9016Y Liberating Mission: Where Gospel Meets Culture 6:00pm CT/CH2/3/9511Y Martyrs, Minds and Mystics: The Birth of Christian Thought DP1/8001Y Foundations for Pastoral Practice

Thursday 9:30am BA2/3/9019Y Book of Jeremiah DM2/3/9331Y Theology in Asia: A Model of Development in Theology CT2/3/9331Y 6:00pm AL1/8031Y Theological German A CT2/3/9016Y In Search of a Humbler Church DS/CH2/3/9215Y From Perpetua to Dorothy Day: Women’s Spiritual Experience from the Early Church to Today

GCTRE Course: 2020 Schedule, see page 12.

INTENSIVE UNITS CH/DS2/3/9216Y Disciples of Holiness 9:30am – 4:30pm Saturdays 29 February, 14 March, 2 May, 16 May, and 30 May DP/DS2/9010Y Faith, Religion and Spirituality in Contemporary Society 9:00am – 4:00pm Saturdays and Sundays 22-23 February; 14-15 March; 18-19 April DS2010Y Spiritual Leaders see www.heartoflife.melbourne for details DR9663Y Leadership for Mission in a Catholic School 9:00am – 4:00pm Thursday and Friday 12-13 March; 2 online days asynchronous; Thursday and Friday 7-8 May

10 | Yarra Theological Union 2020 Timetable | Semester Two

Monday 9:30am DC2/3/9012Y Canon Law B 1:30pm NN1000Y Introduction to Tertiary Studies in Theology 6:00pm CH2/9002Y A Survey of Early Modern and Modern Church History DL/DP/DS1/8430Y Doing and Living the Church’s Liturgy DT2/3/9016Y Action for a Fairer World

Tuesday 9:30am BA2/3/9012Y Wisdom Literature DL2/3/9010Y Liturgy: Presiding and Participating in Community Celebrations 6:00pm BA1/8000Y Entering the World of the OT CH2/3/9010Y Reformation Histories & Theologies BN2/3/9018Y The Gospel of Mark

Wednesday 9:30am DS1/8000Y Foundations for Christian Spirituality CT3/9019Y Human Person: Community and World* 6:00pm AL1/8012Y New Testament Greek B CH2/3/9012Y Introduction to Early Christian Art & Architecture DP2/3/9005Y Trauma: A Contemporary Issue Within the Pastoral Setting XS9991Y A Faith to Live By

Thursday 9:30am DM1/8330Y Introduction to the Theology of Mission DP3/9006Y Professional Issues in Pastoral Ministry 6:00pm AL1/8032Y Theological German B BN2/3/9010Y The Corinthian Correspondence CT1/8003Y Beginning with Jesus CT2/3/9310Y Signs & Gifts of God: Sacraments of Life and Church DP2/3/9111Y Ministry in Contemporary Context

INTENSIVE UNITS BN3/9015Y Biblical Land and the Gospel 7 September - 6 October in Jerusalem BS2/3/9015Y Exploring the World of Jesus - 9:30am-4:30pm Saturdays 1 and 15 August; 5 and 19 September; 10 and 17 October BS9662Y Interpreting Biblical Texts (METH) 9:00am-4:00pm Thursday 23 and Friday 24 July; two online days asynchronous; Thursday 20 and Friday 21 August *CT3/9019Y Human Person: Community and World - Eight mornings commencing July 29 and two Saturdays 8 August and 12 September XS9907Y Enhancing Teacher Professional Learning for Religious Education (MEdTheol Capstone) 9:30am – 12:30pm Friday 7 August and Friday 9 October with additional arrangements

2020 Prospectus | 11 Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education (GCTRE) 2020 Schedule

Box Hill (YTU) Classes | 9:00am-4:00pm Semester One DR8601Y | 1st year Introduction to Scripture for Religious Educators Dates: Sat 15 Feb; Sat 29 Feb; Mon 30 Mar; Tue 31 Mar

DR8603Y | 2nd year Foundations of Religious Education Dates: Sat 15 Feb; Sat 29 Feb; Mon 30 Mar; Tue 31 Mar

Semester Two DR8602Y | 1st year Jesus Christ Today: Church, Mission and Sacraments Dates: Sat 25 July; Sat 8 Aug; Mon 21 Sep; Tue 22 Sep

DR8604Y | 2nd year Making our (Christian) Choices in Life: A Value Added Approach Dates: Sat 25 July; Sat 8 Aug; Mon 21 Sep; Tue 22 Sep

DR8605Y | 2nd year Integrative Exercise

Warrnambool Classes | Friday and Saturday | 9:00am-4:00pm Semester One DR8603Y | 2nd year Foundations of Religious Education Dates: Fri 20 and Sat 21 March; Fri 8 May; Sat 9 May

Semester Two DR8604Y | 2nd year Making our (Christian) Choices in Life: A Value Added Approach Dates: Fri 21 Aug; Sat 22 Aug; Fri 9 Oct; Sat 10 Oct

DR8605Y | 2nd year Integrative Exercise

Ballarat Classes | Friday and Saturday | 9:00am-4:00pm Semester One DR8604Y | 2nd year Making our (Christian) Choices in Life: A Value Added Approach Dates: Fri 20 Mar; Sat 21 March; Fri 8 May; Sat 9 May

Semester Two DR8603Y | 2nd year Foundations of Religious Education Dates: Fri 21 Aug; Sat 22 Aug; Fri 9 Oct; Sat 10 Oct

DR8605Y | 2nd year Integrative Exercise

12 | Yarra Theological Union Enrolments for 2020 Academic Year

DOMESTIC COURSEWORK STUDENTS’ ENROLMENT DATES All students need to Applications are open between Monday 25 November – enrol personally by Friday 13 December 2019 appointment through Tuesday 28 January – Thursday 13 February 2020 the Yarra Theological

OVERSEAS COURSEWORK STUDENTS’ Union Office. ENROLMENT DATES For first semester 2020 study: Phone Applications due 15 November 2019 03 9890 3771 For second semester 2020 study: Applications due 15 April 2020

HIGHER DEGREE BY RESEARCH (HDR) ENROLMENT DEADLINES For first semester 2020 study: Applications for HDR admissions due 15 November 2019

For second semester 2020 study:

Applications for HDR admissions due 15 April 2020

INFORMATION NIGHT Wednesday evening 13 November 2019 (7:00pm – 8:00pm) Please phone to make an appointment for an alternative time.

2020 Prospectus | 13 Want to find out more?

WWW.YTU.EDU.AU REGISTRAR Visit our website to find out more about Mrs Janette Elliott Yarra Theological Union, or to look at the online version of our 2020 Handbook. RECEPTION COURSEWORK ENROLMENTS Nicole Ross Katherine Blyth Reverend Dr Ross Fishburn (Academic Dean)

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CONTACT US / OUR LOCATION 03 9890 3771 RESEARCH & GCTRE ENROLMENTS [email protected] Reverend Associate Professor PO Box 79, Box Hill, Victoria 3128 Michael Kelly CSsR 98 Albion Street, Box Hill, Victoria 3128 [email protected] YTU SOCIAL MEDIA Please like or follow us on Facebook @yarratheologicalunion Twitter @ytuadmin

Acknowledgements

Photography: Christopher Monaghan CP, Nicole Ross from the 19th century French mantle clock in St and Andrew Hateley-Browne. Paschal Library, page 9; St Francis of Assisi (detail), Image reproduction with permission of the Franciscan statue in the cloister garden, St Paschal Friary, page Friars 14; Lighting the candle - Janette Elliott: St Paschal Graphic design: Meg Nelson Chapel, page 15; A service in progress: St Paschal Printed by Embassy Print Solutions, Heidelberg West Chapel, page 15; St Francis of Assisi (detail): statue in the cloister garden, St Paschal Friary, page 16. Joseph McKay, OFM in the cloister garden: St Paschal Friary, page 1; Tau Cross: crafted by Paul Shields, using four different Australian timbers (2015), reproduced with permission, page 2; Chris Monaghan CP: presenting a paper at UD Research Day, page 8; The Recording Angel: detail of the bronze figure

14 | Yarra Theological Union A place of hospitality and welcome

2020 Prospectus | 15 Have your voice heard! VOICES of HOPE and CHALLENGE Conference 2019

15-17 NOVEMBER | YARRA THEOLOGICAL UNION

‘What do you think God is asking of us in Australia?’

Join with others as we, the ‘People of God’, endeavour to ensure that the upcoming Plenary Council is an effective means of renewing and reforming our Church as it faces very challenging times. With some 17,457 submissions lodged with the Plenary Council throughout the listening and dialogue stage, the Voices of Hope and Challenge Conference is designed to better prepare us for the current discernment phase.

Conference speakers and participants will all contribute to discerning the sensus fidei fidelium – the sense of faith of the people of God in Australia.

Don’t miss this important event and seize the opportunity to contribute to the renewal and reform of the Australian Catholic Church – now, and for the generations to come.

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