PRESBYTERIAN THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE 2019 HANDBOOK
1 PRESBYTERIAN THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE
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@ptcvictoria CONTENTS
Who We Are 4 From the Principal 5 Faculty & Staff 6 Courses 10 - Academic Studies in Theology Certificate 11 - Undergraduate Courses 12 - Graduate Courses 15 - Postgraduate Courses 17 - Special Focus Programmes 20 - Online Study 25 2019 Units 26 Academic Policies 29 Unit List 31 College Life 33 Accommodation 36 International Students 36 Fees 39 - Government Assistance 41 - Scholarships 41 How to Apply 42 Library 44 PTC Media 44 2019 Calendar 45 WHO WE ARE
Statement of Belief Mission Statement
We are an Evangelical and Reformed We aim to provide the highest quality college which teaches in accordance with biblical and theological education, with the standards of the Presbyterian Church the primary purpose of producing pastors of Australia. The Supreme Standard is and teachers for local churches, along the Word of God which comprises the with missionaries, evangelists, youth Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments. workers, chaplains and other church In addition, the Subordinate Standard of leaders and pastoral helpers. the Church is the Westminster Confession of Faith read in the light of the Declaratory Statement of 1901.
“Equipped with the knowledge of God through reformed evangelical teaching, our students are prepared to preach and teach the gospel in Melbourne and beyond.”
4 FROM THE PRINCIPAL
What should you expect from a theological college?
The answer to that question will obviously We believe that the Bible is the inerrant depend on who you are and why you wish word of God and the supreme rule of to undertake the particular course you Christian faith and practice. Knowing the have chosen. Some of you will no doubt Bible well is the key to a fruitful ministry. have specific vocational ambitions in mind, while others may simply want to have a Second, we believe that that it is not more informed faith that gives you greater enough to study the Bible in an academic confidence in your Christian witness. sense. Receiving Scripture as the word of God should be a transformative Perhaps a good guide for developing experience that challenges your present realistic expectations for your time at PTC life so that you can be renewed into the is found in the apostle Paul’s words to life of Christ. Timothy on the foundations of a fruitful ministry: Third, at PTC we not only want to improve your knowledge; we are also here to “All Scripture is God-breathed and is help you perfect your God-given gifts in useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting ministry through supervised opportunities and training in righteousness, that the in leading, teaching, preaching, man/woman of God may be fully witnessing, counseling and pastoral care. equipped for every good work” (2 Tim 3:16, 17). If you are a person who is looking for a deeper knowledge of Scripture, if you So, what should you expect from PTC? want to grow in godliness and develop First, we are a College whose focus is on your gifts for use in ministry, then why not studying and understanding the inspired consider studying with us? Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, especially in their original languages. Rev Peter Hastie Principal
5 FACULTY & LECTURERS
REV PETER HASTIE PRINCIPAL & PASTORAL DEAN Teaching areas: Theology & Practical Theology BJuris | BTh(Hons) | MA(Th) | LTCL | PhD candidate Peter has spent 32 years in Pastoral Ministry as well as 14 years in Christian publishing as the editor of Australian Presbyterian. For over two decades he has been involved in Christian education, serving on the Councils of the Scots College, Bellevue Hill and PLC Sydney and Armidale, where he has been chairman.
REV DR JARED HOOD ACADEMIC DEAN & FACULTY SECRETARY Teaching areas: Old Testament & Historical Theology BTh(Hons) | DipTh | MTh | GradDipIS | ThM(1st hons) | MA(Th) | PhD Jared has spent thirteen years in pastoral ministry, and has lectured and studied in various fields. He has a PhD in Jewish Studies from the University of Melbourne, and a ThM from Westminster Seminary in historical theology. Jared is married to Cassie, who has homeschooled their five children. He is also editor of the Reformed Theological Review.
REV DR FELIX CHUNG POSTGRADUATE DEAN & COORDINATOR OF SUPERVISED LEARNING EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME Teaching areas: Evangelism & Practical Theology DipSocWork | MME | MTh | PhD Felix, a Hong Kong born Chinese Australian, has been serving as pastor, missionary, and Bible College lecturer in different cultural settings for almost 20 years. He is also involved in different missionary ministries, both in Australia and overseas. He is married to Mei, who has also been serving with him as a missionary and church worker for over 15 years. They have one child named Joseph.
6 FACULTY & LECTURERS REV BEN NELSON Teaching areas: Greek & New Testament BA(Hons) | GradDipEd | MDiv | PhD candidate Ben was a high school teacher for many years, and is an elder at South Yarra Presbyterian Church. Following on from his MDiv research work, Ben is undertaking a PhD which focuses on the translation and analysis of the works of Oecolampadius, an early Reformer. Ben is married to Jen, and they have four children.
REV DR DOUGLAS MILNE Teaching areas: Theology & Ethics MA | BD | ThM | ThD | MPhil In 2011, Douglas Milne completed 10 years as principal and 32 years of teaching at PTC. Since retiring, he continues to speak widely and lecture at PTC as needed. Douglas is married to Joan and they have two adult children and four grandchildren.
REV DR TONY BIRD Teaching area: New Testament BSc | BTh | DipMin | MTh | PhD Tony is a former missionary in Indonesia, along with his wife Carole. They have four children and six grandchildren. Tony is active in Donvale Presbyterian Church, and he has recently completed a commentary on the Letter of James. He has lectured at the PTC for 25 years.
DR NOEL WEEKS Teaching area: Research Lecturer BSc | BD | ThM Noel is a well-known speaker and writer with an interest in Ancient Near East, particularly Mesopotamia and Israel, and the Akkadian language. He was a senior lecturer in Ancient History at the University of Sydney until 2012, and remains an associate in the Department of Classics and Ancient History.
7 REV DR ALLAN HARMAN Teaching area: Research Professor BA | BD | MLitt | ThM | ThD | ThD(honoris causa) Allan is a former principal of the PTC, and has spent his teaching career working in the field of Hebrew and Old Testament. He has written commentaries on the Psalms, Deuteronomy, Isaiah and Daniel, as well as numerous articles, and has recently enlarged and republished his commentary on the Psalms. In 2003 he received an honorary doctorate from the Australian College of Theology.
REV DR ROWLAND WARD Teaching area: Church History & Research Lecturer BA | DipTh | BTh(Hons) | ThD Rowland has spent 40 years in pastoral ministry with the Presbyterian Church of Eastern Australia. He has written extensively on Presbyterian history, doctrine and worship and lectured in Australia and overseas. Recent publications include Presbyterians in Australia: Conflicts and Progress 1803-2018. He is currently working on a new edition of Religious Bodies in Australia – A Comprehensive Guide.
REV DR KARL HOOD Teaching area: Pastoral Care MBBS(Hons) | GradDipRGP(anaes) | FRACGP | FACRRM | DipTh | MAR(1st Hons) Karl has a longstanding involvement in pastoral counselling, which he sees as an important part of ministry. After a decade of medical practice, he undertook further training in counselling and theology at Westminster Theological Seminary and CCEF in Philadelphia, then completed his studies for ordination through PTC. He has been on the pastoral staff of the Drouin congregation since 2010. Karl is married to Louise and they have four children.
DR MURRAY ADAMTHWAITE Teaching area: Old Testament BA | BD | MA| PhD Murray has studied in Melbourne, Sydney and London, and has lectured in Old Testament, pastored churches and participated in three archaeological excavations in Israel and Syria. He is currently Research Fellow at Melbourne University, and a specialist in Akkadian. He is married to Corrie and they have three children.
8 REV MARTIN PAKULA Teaching area: Old Testament BSc | BTh | MTh | DipMin Martin is a Jewish Christian, married to Jennie, and father of two adult children. He has been involved in parish ministry, university ministry, Bible College lecturing, and Jewish mission. He has taught OT and Biblical Languages.
MISS WENDY BYTHEWAY Teaching area: English BA | DipArts | Cert Language & Culture Wendy is an accomplished and experienced writer and teacher of English studies in both Australia and China. She has written two books (Paternoster) under a pen name. STAFF MRS RACHEL VILJOEN REGISTRAR [email protected]
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9 COURSES
Here are the PTC, we aim to equip our students with the knowledge of God to prepare them for teaching, missions, evangelism, and other church work. We offer courses for those simply looking to deepen their theological knowledge, all the way through to specialist training pathways for those with specific outcomes in mind.
Short Courses & Certificates (p. 11) Graduate (p. 15) Our special courses and individual units Graduate courses are intended for those are aimed at those who wish to study for who already hold an undergraduate personal development, or those looking qualification (usually a three-year to explore theological study before degree). Programmes available range committing to a longer course. from certificates to master’s degrees.
Undergraduate (p. 12) Postgraduate (p. 17) Undergraduate qualifications are Postgraduate courses are designed for designed for those who do not hold those who hold a degree in a theological a bachelor’s degree in any discipline discipline. Qualifications available range (theology or non-theology). Various from certificates to doctorates. qualifications are available, ranging from diplomas to bachelor’s degrees. Special focus programmes (p. 20) We offer specialist pathways within existing degree structures to prepare students to become: o Presbyterian ministers o Chaplains o Missionaries o Biblical Counsellors
10 KEY International students permitted International students not permitted CERTIFICATE OF THEOLOGY (CertTh) and ACADEMIC STUDIES IN THEOLOGY CERTIFICATE (ASTC)
A perfect introduction to theological study, the Certificate in Theology and ASTC are flexible, low-cost courses which give a deeper knowledge of scripture, and prepare students for tertiary studies in theology. Accredited by the ACT, the certificates are available to take online or mixed-delivery (combination of online and on-campus); in English or Cantonese. We recommend the Certificate of Theology to students who simply wish to develop their biblical knowledge for personal development. For those wishing to pursue further theological studies at a tertiary level, the ASTC provides a more robust academic foundation, and allows for credit towards an ACT degree.
| FT 1yr | PT 8yrs | online & on-campus
Prerequisites Completed year 10 or equivalent
Certificate ASTC Core Old Testament Survey Old Testament Survey New Testament Survey New Testament Survey Christian Belief Christian Belief Electives – Christian Political Ideas, Early Christian Political Ideas, select any 3 Chapters of Genesis, Book Early Chapters of Genesis, of Revelation, Church History Book of Revelation, Church Survey, Calvin & the Westminster History Survey, Calvin & the Confession, History of Covenant Westminster Confession, Theology, Basics of Biblical History of Covenant Theology, Counselling, Practical Ethics, Basics of Biblical Counselling, Diaconal Service Practical Ethics, Diaconal Service Study Skills - Introducing study skills (ASTC only) - Developing study skills
11 UNDERGRADUATE
Undergraduate qualifications are designed for those who do not hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline (theology or non-theology). Units are completed at a 300/400 level.
DIPLOMA OF THEOLOGY (DipTh) AND DIPLOMA OF MINISTRY (DipMin)
| FT 1yr | PT 8yrs
Prerequisites o Completion of year 12 o Minimum ATAR (or equivalent) of 65
Theology Ministry Diploma Core Bible & Languages 8cps Core Bible & Languages 8cps Christian Thought 4cps Christian Thought 4cps & History & History Primary Bible & Languages, 8cps Primary Evangelism & 8cps focus OT, NT, Theology, focus Missiology, Church History Pastoral Ministry or Philosophy & or Developmental Ethics Ministry Electives Electives from any 12cps Electives Electives from 12cps unit field any unit field
12 ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF THEOLOGY (AdvDipTh) AND ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF MINISTRY (AdvDipMin)
| FT 1.5yrs | PT 6yrs
Prerequisites o Completion of year 12 o Minimum ATAR (or equivalent) of 65
Theology Ministry Advanced Core Old Testament 8cps Core Bible & Languages 8cps Diploma New Testament 8cps New Testament 8cps
Christian Thought 4cps Christian Thought 4cps & History & History Primary Bible & Languages, 8cps Primary Evangelism & 4cps focus OT, NT, Theology, focus Missiology, Church History or Pastoral Ministry Philosophy & Ethics or Developmental Ministry Electives Electives from any 16cps Electives Electives from 16cps unit field any unit field
ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF THEOLOGY (AssosDegTh)
| FT 2yrs | PT 6yrs
Prerequisites - Completion of year 12 - Minimum ATAR (or equivalent) of 65
Theology Associate Core Old Testament 8cps Degree New Testament 8cps Church History 4cps Theology 4cps Primary focus Biblical Exegesis and/or Biblical Languages 16cps Bible & Languages, OT, NT, Theology 12cps Church History or Philosophy & Ethics Electives Electives from any unit field 12cps
13 BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY (BTh) AND BACHELOR OF MINISTRY (BMin)
| FT 3yrs | PT 9yrs
Prerequisites o Completion of year 12 o Minimum ATAR (or equivalent) of 65 o Overall IELTS score of 6.5 (international students)
Theology Ministry Bachelor’s Core Old Testament 8cps Core Old Testament 8cps Degree New Testament 8cps New Testament 8cps Church History 8cps Church History 8cps Theology 12cps Theology 12cps Biblical exegesis 12cps Biblical exegesis 12cps Primary Biblical languages 8cps Primary Evangelism 24cps focus Biblical exegesis 8cps focus & Missiology, Christian Thought 4cps Pastoral Ministry & History or Developmental Christian Thought 4cps Ministry & History or Bible & Languages Electives Electives from 24cps Electives Electives from 24cps any unit field any unit field
HONOURS - BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY (BTh) AND BACHELOR OF MINISTRY (BMin)
| FT 1yr | PT N/A
Our honours programme is available to students who have completed a BTh or BMin. The course consists of one additional year of full-time study, including coursework culminating in the authoring of a 16,000 word thesis.
Prerequisites o GPA of at least 2.0, including 2.0 in the designated field of study to be pursued in the Honours program o BTh: 8 cps in either Biblical Hebrew or New Testament Greek, and at least 8 cps of biblical language exegesis o BMin: 4cps of Biblical languages
14 GRADUATE
Our graduate courses are intended for those who already hold an undergraduate qualification (usually a three-year degree) in a non-theological discipline. Units are completed at the 500/600 level.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF CHRISTIAN STUDIES (GradCertChrStuds)
| FT 0.5yrs | PT 2yrs
Prerequisites Non-theological undergraduate degree or equivalent
Christian Studies Graduate Primary focus Biblical Languages and/or Old Testament 8cps Certificate and/or New Testament and/or Theology and/or Church History Electives Theology and/or Philosophy & Ethics 8cps
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF CHRISTIAN STUDIES (GradDipChrStuds)
| FT 1yr | PT 4yrs
Prerequisites Non-theological undergraduate degree or equivalent
Christian Studies Graduate Core Biblical Languages and/or Old Testament 8cps Certificate and/or New Testament Church History and/or Theology 4cps Bible & Languages, OT, NT, Theology 4cps or Church History Primary focus Theology and/or Philosophy & Ethics 8cps Electives at 600 level 4cps Integrative studies project 4cps
15 GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF DIVINITY (GradCertDiv)
| FT 0.5yrs | PT 2yrs
Prerequisites Non-theological undergraduate degree or equivalent
Divinity Graduate Primary focus Biblical Languages and/or Old Testament and/ 8cps Certificate or New Testament and/or Theology and/or Church History and/or Philosophy & Ethics Electives Electives from any unit field 8cps
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF DIVINITY (GradDipDiv)
| FT 1yr | PT 4yrs
Prerequisites Non-theological undergraduate degree or equivalent
Divinity Graduate Primary focus Biblical Languages and/or Old Testament 8cps Diploma and/or New Testament Christian Thought & History 4cps Electives Electives from any unit field 20cps
MASTER OF DIVINITY (MDiv)
| FT 3yrs | PT 9yrs
Prerequisites Non-theological undergraduate degree or equivalent
Divinity Master Core Biblical Languages 8cps Old Testament 8cps New Testament 8cps Church History 4cps Primary focus Church History 4cps Biblical Exegesis 16cps Christian Thought & History 16cps Ministry & Practice 8cps Electives Electives from any unit field 24cps
16 POSTGRADUATE
Our graduate courses are intended for those who already hold an undergraduate qualification (usually a three-year degree) in a non-theological discipline. Units are completed at the 500/600 level.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF THEOLOGY (GradCertTh)
| FT 0.5yrs | PT 2yrs | online & on-campus
Prerequisites ACT BTh or BMin, or equivalent
Theology Graduate Primary focus Biblical Languages and/or Old Testament 12cps Certificate and/or New Testament and/or Theology and/or Church History and/or Philosophy & Ethics Electives Electives at 700 level 6cps
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF THEOLOGY (GradDipTh)
| FT 1yr | PT 4yrs
Prerequisites ACT BTh or BMin, or equivalent
Theology Graduate Primary focus Biblical Languages and/or Old Testament 18cps Diploma and/or New Testament and/or Theology and/ or Church History and/or Philosophy & Ethics Electives Electives at 700 level 18cps
17 MASTER OF ARTS (Theology) AND MASTER OF ARTS (Ministry)
| FT 1.5yrs | PT 6yrs | online & on-campus
Prerequisites ACT BTh or BMin, or equivalent
Theology Ministry Master Primary Biblical Languages 30cps Primary Evangelism & 30cps of Arts focus and/or Old focus Missiology and/ Testament and/ or Pastoral or New Testament Care and/or and/or Theology Developmental and/or Church Ministry, incl. History and/or either 8,000 Philosophy & word minor Ethics, incl. either project (6cs) or 8,000 word minor 16,000 word project (6cs) or major project 16,000 word major (12cps) project (12cps)
Electives Electives from any 18cps Electives Electives from 18cps unit field any unit field
MASTER OF THEOLOGY (MTh)
| FT 1yr | PT 2.5yrs
Prerequisites BTh/BMin with honours, or MDiv
Theology Master 30,000 word thesis 32cps
18 DOCTOR OF THEOLOGY (ThD) AND DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PhD)
(PhD only) | FT 3yrs | PT 6yrs
The ThD is ACT’s premier research degree for theology graduates, especially those aspiring to teach in theological colleges. The PhD is designed for those with degrees either in theology or another specialisation.
Theology or Philosophy Doctor 80,000 – 100,000 word thesis 96cps
19 SPECIAL FOCUS PROGRAMMES
PRESBYTERIAN CANDIDATES | FT 4yrs
The PTC is authorized by the General Assembly of Australia to train candidates for ordination as ministers in the Presbyterian church. Degree-level studies are integrated with additional training to prepare candidates for full-time ministry.
Full course map – see p. 21
Supervised Learning Experience Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Sermons 2 sermons 4 sermons 4 sermons 4 sermons Reviewed by Reviewed by 2 reviewed by 2 reviewed by faculty faculty faculty faculty Guided Reading 12 sessions 12 sessions 12 sessions 12 sessions with a trainer with a trainer with a trainer with a trainer assigned in assigned in assigned in assigned in local local church local church local church church Pastoral Care 8 sessions 8 sessions 8 sessions 8 sessions with a group with a faculty with a faculty with a faculty faculty member member member member Mission 10 days 10 days 10 days 10 days Education Placement - - 4hr/week in 4hr/week in assigned church assigned church Lectures PC442/642, PC442/642, - - PC443/643 or PC443/643 or EM440/640 EM440/640 Summer Placement 4 week full-time - - placement in assigned church
Applying to become a Presbyterian Candidate: You must be a communicant member of a Presbyterian church for at least six months before applying. o Notify your minister o Apply to the Presbytery clerk, who will guide you through the application o Make an appointment with the Principal
20 CANDIDATES’ PROGRAMME FIRST YEAR Pre-semester intensives = offered annually Study Skills / English / Biblical Theology = offered biannually Greek Language Intensive ODD/EVEN = offered in odd or even numbered years Red (CFE and PCFE, or ‘SLE’) = lectures are in Semester One semester 1 (enrol internally), and assessment is OT301/501 Old Testament Foundations due semester 2 (enrol then with ACT if needed, LA004A New Testament Greek but usually also internal). NT301/501 Content & Setting of the Gospel Tradition Biannually selected units. Eg: a 2nd year PC447/647 Introductory Preaching ODD Alternates with PC489/689 Preaching for LLL candidate in an odd year will take Romans.
^ The MDiv 8cp project means that 1 listed unit in Semester Two 4th year, in the field of the project, will have no OT302/502 Old Testament Prophets and Writings assessment, and 1 other will be internal. The BTh 4cp project means that 1 listed unit in 4th year, in LA004B New Testament Greek the field of the project, will have no assessment. NT302/502 Early New Testament Church No more than 32 cps should be done per year for PC301/501 Ministry Formation ODD Alternates with EM324/524 Principles of Evangelism ACT credit. [College mission]
SECOND YEAR THIRD YEAR FOURTH YEAR Pre-semester intensives Pre-semester intensives Pre-semester intensives Worship Philosophy /EVEN Presbyterian/ Presbyterian Church History History ODD Polity ODD / Apologetics ODD [Summer placement] Hebrew Language Intensive Biblical Foundations of Mission ODD Christian Ethics EVEN
Semester One Semester One Semester One LA003A Biblical Hebrew OT426/436/626/636 The Psalter ODD OT427/437/627/637 Isaiah EVEN NT434/634 Fourth Gospel EVEN NT435/635 Pauline Theology & Romans ODD TH410/610 Westminster Confession of Faith CH301/501 The Church to 1550 TH401/601 The Knowledge of God ODD TH403/603 The Doctrines of Grace & Eschatology EVEN PC489/689 Preaching for Life Long Learning EVEN PC402/602 Foundations of Pastoral Care EM408/608 ODD or EM418/618 EVEN (Cross Cultural) PC443/643 Pastoral Care Field Education ODD PC442/642 Congregational Field Education EVEN [BTh 4cp project; MDiv 8cp project] ^ Semester Two Semester Two Semester Two LA003B Biblical Hebrew OT425/435/625/635 Apocalyptic & Post-exilic Proph. ODD OT421/431/621/631 Former Prophets EVEN NT437/637 NT Apocalyptic EVEN NT432/632 Hebrews ODD PC403/603 Pastoral Skills and Methods CH302/502 The Church from 1550 TH402/602 The Doctrine of God & the Work of Christ ODD TH404/604 Church, Sacraments & Ministry EVEN EM324/524 Principles of Evangelism EVEN CH421/621 Continental Reformation ODD PC315/515 Christian Worship EVEN [College mission] [College mission] [BTh 4cp project; MDiv 8cp project] ^ BIBLICAL COUNSELLING
The biblical counselling focus provides training in pastoral counselling that is Christ- centred and biblical. It is well-suited to current and prospective pastors, elders, chaplains, other ministry workers, and counsellors. It will also be helpful for those who often find themselves providing informal counsel to others. Each individualised program will combine biblical, theological and practical subject areas with a major study focus in pastoral/biblical counselling.
Graduates of degrees with a biblical counselling focus will work in diverse settings. Those who intend to work as a counsellor will likely work as part of a church ministry team, in a chaplaincy position, or in a counselling centre. Prospective students who are aiming to be professional counsellors who function independently of churches should choose a degree that allows for the most counselling units and should also consider what else may be advisable to meet regulatory and legal requirements. PTC units in pastoral care and counselling will be eligible to contribute to the academic requirements of the Biblical Counselling Australia counsellor accreditation process.
A counselling stream can be incorporated into PTC’s undergraduate and graduate awards through choosing electives from the Pastoral and Church-Focused Ministry (PC) field. Course structures for all PTC offerings can be found in this handbook.
For a full list of counselling units, please see p. 32
22 INTER-CULTURAL STUDIES PROGRAMME
The ICS programme is designed to trained those intending to become missionaries. It combines biblical, theological and practical subject areas with a major study focus in mission.
The ICS programme is can be taken as part of the following courses: o Bachelor of Ministry o Graduate Diploma of Divinity o Master of Divinity o Master of Arts (Theology) (by research) o Doctor of Theology (by research)
For a full list of ISC units, please see p. 31.
ASIAN PROGRAMME
The PTC encourages the support and development of Christians from Asian countries, or those with an Asian background. We offer several degree specialisations designed to partner with Asian communities in training their future leaders.
Available degrees: o Graduate Diploma of Divinity (Asian studies focus) o Certificate of Bible and Ministry (Mission) in Cantonese
Contact: Asian Programme Co-ordinator Rev Dr Felix Chung, [email protected]
23 CHAPLAINCY TRAINING
Chaplaincy is a growing field of ministry in which pastoral care is provided in settings outside the parish church, including in hospitals, schools, prisons, and to the emergency services, sporting teams and other institutions and groups. The PTC offers training pathways within several degrees to prepare students for chaplaincy work. We advise all students to consult with the Health & Community Chaplaincy Committee, and keep up-to-date with the requirements of the regulatory body for their chosen chaplaincy area.
Students wishing to become chaplains should ensure they undertake the following units within their degree: o 2 Biblical units o 2 Theology units o 1 Evangelism unit (EM324/524) o 1 Pastoral Care unit (preferably two: PC402/602 and PC403/603)
Contact: Health & Community Chaplaincy Committee Mrs Kathy James, [email protected]
Healthcare
Healthcare chaplains work in hospital and hospice environments, providing spiritual support to those facing illness or bereavement. Two units of Clinical Pastoral Education are usually taken through an external provider, the Association for Supervised and Clinical Pastoral Education in Victoria (ASACPEV). Spiritual Health Victoria is the primary association working with the Victorian Government to regulate healthcare chaplaincy. www.asacpev.org.au/ www.spiritualhealthvictoria.org.au/
24 Schools, universities & colleges Chaplains in educational settings provide support and counselling to students at the primary, secondary and tertiary level. The two units of study required are offered at the PTC, however ACCESS Ministries may have further training requirements which change from time to time. www.accessministries.org.au/
Disaster relief Disaster relief chaplains have the opportunity to comfort and counsel those suffering in emergency situations. The search for meaning in times of crisis is often more acute, and chaplains provide answers and support. Disaster relief chaplaincy is coordinated through the Victorian Council of Churches Emergency Ministry. www.vccem.org.au/
Sports Victorian Sports Chaplaincy coordinates chaplains to work with clubs to provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance to both athletes, coaches and other staff. www.sportschaplaincy.com.au/
Police Those wishing to become police chaplains should contact the Health & Community Chaplaincy Committee (see p 22). Considerable parish experience (at least three years) is required.
Defence Force
Those wishing to become chaplains with the Defence Force should seek the advice of the Defence Force Chaplaincy Committee. Considerable parish experience (at least three years) is required.
ONLINE STUDY
PTC offers the following courses online to enable students from all over Australia to study theology with us. o Certificate of Theology (CertTh) - p. 11 o Academic Studies in Theology Certificate (ASTC) – p. 11 o Graduate Certificate of Theology (GradCertTh) – p. 17 o Master of Arts (Theology) - p. 18
For more information, visit ptc.edu.au/courses.
25 2019 UNITS
Assessment modes: exam (on-campus or take-home) written (essay, book review, etc) fieldwork required preaching
SUMMER INTENSIVES:
Summer Intensives (run between 4th – 15th February 2019) Duration Internal non-ACT unit English Grammar, Writing & Study Skills 4 days Compulsory for all first year full-time students, provided at no charge. Internal non-ACT unit Biblical Theology 1 day Compulsory for all first year full-time students, provided free of charge. Internal non-ACT unit Introduction to New Testament Greek 5 days Compulsory for all LA004A students, provided at no extra charge. Internal non-ACT unit Introduction to Biblical Hebrew 5 days Compulsory for all LA003A students, provided at no extra charge. Internal non-ACT unit Reformed Worship 3 days Internal non-ACT unit Apologetics 2 days Internal non-ACT unit Presbyterian Polity 5 days Internal non-ACT unit Biblical Foundations of Mission 5 days
26 Semester 1 Assessment mode(s) Languages (LA) LA003A Biblical Hebrew LA004A New Testament Greek
Old Testament (OT) OT301/501 Old Testament Foundations OT426/436/626/636 The Psalter
New Testament (NT) NT301/501 Content & Setting of the Gospel Tradition NT435/635 Pauline Theology & Romans
Theology (TH) TH401/601 The Knowledge of God TH410/610 Westminster Confession of Faith
Church History (CH) CH301/501 The Church to 1550 Evangelism & Mission (EM & PVM)
EM418/618 Ministry in a Culturally Diverse Context Pastoral & Church Focused Ministry (PC) PC402/602 Foundations of Pastoral Care
PC443/643 Pastoral Care Field Education
PC447/647 Introductory Preaching
Semester 2 Assessment mode(s) Languages (LA) LA003B Biblical Hebrew LA004B New Testament Greek
27 Old Testament (OT) OT302/502 Old Testament Prophets & Writings OT425/435/625/635 Apocalyptic & Post-exilic Prophecy
New Testament (NT) NT302/502 Early New Testament Church NT432/632 Epistle to the Hebrews
Theology (TH) TH402/602 The Doctrine of God & The Work of Christ
Church History (CH) CH302/502 The Church from 1550 CH421/621 The Continental Reformation
Pastoral & Church Focused Ministry (PC) PC301/501 Ministry Formation PC403/603 Pastoral Skills & Methods
Research RM095 Research Methods
Online Directed Study (every semester) Assessment mode(s) Pastoral & Church Focused Ministry (PC) PC489/689 Biblical Counselling & Contemporary Thought
PC489/689 Pastoral Counselling Topics & Practices
PC703 Biblical Counselling & Human Physiology
Old Testament (OT) OT741d Understanding & Preaching Judges
Theology (TH) BB789d A Biblical Theology of Covenant
Research Methods (RM) RM095-5/RM095-6 Introduction to Research Methods
28 ACADEMIC POLICIES
The PTC is an affiliated college of the of work due at various times in the semester. Australian College of Theology (ACT). Failure to complete any one piece of work We adhere to a number of policies and will seriously hinder a student’s chances of guidelines as set by the ACT, including: achieving a pass in that subject. o Variation of enrolment o Refunds (including FEE-HELP Assessments Re-crediting Policy o Progression & intervention Academic o The format for assessments is set down Misconduct in the Australian College of Theology o Grievance Resolution Policy for Domestic Manual. Unless required earlier by the Students lecturer, the deadline for submitting all o Grievance Resolution Policy for Overseas assessments must be adhered to. Students o Late submissions will not be accepted. o Cross-Institutional Studies Policy Exceptions to this rule may be made by the Extensions Officer in exceptional All of these policies can be found on circumstances. the ACT website at actheology.edu.au/ o Complete the Application for documents Assignment Extension form, and email Examinations to [email protected] or hand in at the College office during office hours. o All assessments must represent the o All examinations must be taken when scheduled. student’s own work, thought and o Exceptions to this rule may only be expression, except in matters of made in exception circumstances upon common knowledge or general opinion. prior request to the lecturer. In this case, the rescheduled exam must still take Appeals place during the official exam period. o Students have the right to appeal Grading system against a mark awarded in an essay or examination. When making the appeal, The PTC uses the following grading system: students should specify the nature of their complaint and the grounds for their appeal. 0 - 49 Fail 50 - 64 Pass o Appeals should be directed to the lecturer concerned. If the lecturer does 65 – 74 Credit not support the appeal, the student has 75 – 84 Distinction the right of direct appeal to the Principal. 85+ High Distinction o The Faculty may make additional rules, Each subject is assessed by multiple pieces procedures and regulations from time to time as may be deemed necessary.
29 Fees confessional standards of the Presbyterian Church of Australia and by the conviction o Fees are payable no later than four that students are free to form their own weeks from the start of the semester, personal beliefs without any concern of unless prior arrangements have been discrimination. made with the Principal. o Faculty reserves the right to instruct the The commitment of each faculty member is ACT to withhold exam results if fees essentially threefold: have not been paid in full, or if special 1. to the confessional standards of the payment arrangements have not been College; honoured. 2. the professional standards of the The student debt policy is available from scholarly discipline; and the Registrar upon request. 3. the public standards of keeping the Academic Freedom classroom free from partisan ideological/political views unrelated to The Presbyterian Theological College the lecturer’s teaching area. of Victoria believes that the protection of academic freedom for faculty and Students who are enrolled at PTC Victoria students is vital to the health of the understand that the College is a Christian Christian community of learning. We institution in the reformed tradition that is also believe that religious communities committed to teaching and learning from should be free to work from a distinctively this perspective. Students are expected religious perspective, and from a starting to demonstrate an understanding of this point of commonly held assumptions tradition along with other theological and theological convictions. Hence perspectives and to formulate their own academic freedom at PTC Victoria is convictions in the light of Scripture, and framed by commitments that arise from by a critical appreciation of the various each faculty member’s subscription to the options available to them.
30 UNIT LIST
Please note that not every unit is offered on an annual basis. For a list of units available in 2019, refer to page 26.
ACT course code Subject Languages (LA) LA003A & LA003B Biblical Hebrew LA004A & LA004B New Testament Greek Old Testament (OT) OT301/501 Old Testament Foundations OT302/502 Old Testament Prophecies and Writings OT421/621ENG/631HEB Former Prophets OT420/620ENG/OT430/630HEB The Pentateuch OT425/625ENG/OT435/635HEB Apocalyptic and Post-Exilic Prophecy OT426/626ENG/OT436/636HEB The Psalter OT741d Understanding & Preaching Judges New Testament NT301/501 Jesus and the Gospels NT301/501 Content & Setting of the Gospel Tradition NT302/502 Early New Testament Church NT422/622ENG/NT432/632GRK Epistle to the Hebrews NT424/624ENG/NT434/634GRK The Fourth Gospel NT424/624ENG/NT434/634GRK Pauline Theology and the Romans NT427/627ENG/NT427/637GRK New Testament Apocalyptic NT445/645 Life and Times of Jesus – Study Tour in Israel Theology (TH) TH401/601 The Knowledge of God TH402/602 The Doctrine of God and the Work of Christ TH403/603 The Doctrines of Grace and Eschatology TH404/604 Church, Sacraments and Ministry TH410/610 The Westminster Confession BB789d A Biblical Theology of Covenant Church History (CH) CH301/501 The Church to 1550 CH302/502 The Church from 1550 to Modern Times CH421/621 The Continental Reformation Evangelism & Mission (EM & PVM) EM302/502 History of Christian Missions
31 EM305/505 Mission Theology EM306/506 Issues in Missiology EM324/524 Principles of Evangelism EM403/603 Biblical Theology of Mission EM408/608 Cross-Cultural Communication EM409/609 Cultural Anthropology EM417/617 Spiritual Formation for Cross-Cultural Ministry EM418/618 Ministry in a Culturally Diverse Context EM421/621 Living Faiths EM427/627 Church Dynamics and Growth EM440/640 Cross-Cultural Field Education PVM41/61 Folk Religions PVM42/62 Ethnographic Research Pastoral & Church Focused Ministry (PC) PC301/501 Ministry Formation PC315/515 Christian Worship PC402/602 Foundations of Pastoral Care PC403/603 Pastoral Skills and Methods PC411/611 Preaching in the Christian Tradition PC442/642 Congregational Field Education PC443/643 Pastoral Care Field Education PC447/647 Introductory Preaching PC489/689 Preaching for Lifelong Learning PC489/689 Biblical Counselling and Contemporary Thought PC489/689 Pastoral Counselling Topics and Practices PC703 Biblical Counselling & Human Physiology Research Methods (RM) RM095-4/RM095-6 Introduction to Research Methods Internal Units Non-ACT Introduction to Biblical Hebrew Non-ACT Introduction to New Testament Greek Non-ACT English Grammar, Writing & Study Skills Non-ACT Philosophy Non-ACT Apologetics Non-ACT Ethics Non-ACT Presbyterian History Non-ACT Presbyterian Polity Non-ACT Biblical Theology Non-ACT Reformed Worship Non-ACT Biblical Theology of Mission
32 COLLEGE LIFE
We are situated on a beautiful leafy PTC is located within easy access of property in Box Hill North, 17km east of Box Hill Central and Doncaster Shopping the CBD. Our tranquil campus includes Centre, both major hubs for retail, services our main building with lecture and tutorial and public transport. Ample free parking is rooms, student kitchen and common room, also available on campus. staff offices, and of course our wonderful We value our community as a whole, library which is frequented by our students actively engaging our local community for research and study. with guest lectures open to the public, and free access to browse our library. On-site accommodation houses We include our student’s spouses with students and their families, providing prayer meetings, the Ministry Wives the opportunity to live locally and fully group, and scholarships for the wives of engage in College life. Presbyterian candidates.
33 Chapel & Prayer Care groups
We hold chapel services three times a PTC provides care groups in order to week during semester, which all students nurture the spiritual lives of our students. are expected to attend. The spirit of praise These groups provide spiritual guidance expressed at chapel times is intended to and mentoring through prayer, Bible flow out into the rest of the day and its study, fellowship and small group activities. interaction. Students are rostered on to lead services All full-time students (those who take 3 and preach twice a week, and each subjects or above) are expected to join in Thursday is our Missions chapel which a care group led by one faculty member. features guest speakers and an extended Part-time students are also welcome. prayer time.
34 Rosters Regular activities are arranged throughout the year consistent with the aims and All students are rostered for kitchen objectives of the fellowship. The JPF aims and library duties throughout the year. to establish a sense of community among These duties involve helping in practical students by providing practical care and ways that are listed with rosters on the support for each other while at college, noticeboard in the kitchen. In this way and encouraging friendships that form a students learn to serve the common basis for ongoing encouragement after good by facilitating the smooth running college. of College in two of its most important centres of student life. Ministry Wives Group
Student associations The Ministry Wives group aims to provide fellowship, support and training for the John Paton Fellowship (JPF) wives and fiancées of students preparing for full-time ministry. The John Paton Fellowship (JPF) is the The group meets monthly at friendly College’s student body, providing informal gatherings, where they study meaningful liaison between students and Scripture together and listen to guest faculty. It is run by the students with a speakers on relevant topics. committee elected at an Annual General Meeting usually held in early September. The fellowship takes its name from the Rev John G Paton, a pioneer Presbyterian missionary who sailed from Melbourne to the New Hebrides (Vanuatu) in the 19th century. The intention is that by this association students will be reminded of Paton’s example of sacrificial and untiring evangelistic zeal, grounded in his firm grip of the Gospel.
35 ACCOMMODATION
The College has seven residences available for student use at a below- market rate, providing the opportunity to live locally and fully engage in College life.
Please contact the office to check availability and fees. Please note that priority is given to Presbyterian candidates, particularly those from regional Victoria or interstate.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
PTC is accredited through the Australian College of Theology to offer the following courses to international students:
Course CRICOS Code Graduate Diploma of Theology 054700C Bachelor of Theology 054676J Master of Divinity 054688E Master of Divinity/Graduate Diploma of Divinity 086276E Master of Arts (Theology) 094614C (78 weeks) Master of Arts (Theology) 054703M (104 weeks) Master of Arts (Ministry) 094615B Master of Theology 094613D Doctor of Philosophy 076015J
English Language Requirements o If your educational certificates and records are in a language other than English, an official certified translation must be provided. o English Language test results no more than 3 years old must be provided - IELTS (Academic Version) or TOEFL. o PTC reserves the right to set additional work to demonstrate proficiency in English Language.
36 Student Visas Medical Services o The Department of Immigration & Border o Doctor – Box Hill Superclinic Protection provides comprehensive,up- General Practitioners with on-site to-date information about student visas pathology and the application process Ph: +613 9899 8668 www.border.gov.au/ Website: boxhillsuperclinic.com.au o If you are granted a student visa, o Dentist – Box Hill Family Dentistry you must abide by all its conditions General dentistry practice with bilingual staff o Make sure to allow enough time for the Ph: +613 8843 2222 approval of your student visa prior to Website: boxhillfamilydentistry.com.au commencing your course, as it can be a lengthy process Counselling o Personal counselling – Karinya Fees Counselling Centre Confidential counselling with concession o Fees are set by the Australian College fees available of Theology, and are subject to annual Ph: +613 9802 2886 reviews effective on the 1st January Website: karinyacounselling.com.au o Students must be able to support o Financial counselling – Christians themselves financially for the duration of Against Poverty their studies, including both fees and Help for money management and living costs dealing with debt Ph: 1300 227 000 o The PTC is unable to offer scholarships Website: capaust.org or bursaries to international students Legal Services International Student Services o Victoria Legal Aid Free legal advice, and legal assistance Faculty Support grants for eligible persons o Pastoral Dean: Rev Peter Hastie Ph: 1300 792 387 Available for pastoral support and Website: legalaid.vic.gov.au counsel by appointment o Academic Dean: Rev Dr Jared Hood Available for assistance with subject selection, academic progress and queries regarding the ACT and PCA o Asian student support: Rev Dr Felix Chung Available for pastoral support to students of an Asian background. Rev Chung speaks both Mandarin and Cantonese.
37 Overseas student policies Complaints
The PTC is an affiliated college of the If you are unhappy with the quality of Australian College of Theology. All a course provided by the PTC and are international student policies are available not satisfied with our response, you can on their website at: escalate your complaint to the Overseas actheology.edu.au/documents Student Ombudsman. Ph: 1300 362 072 Through the ACT, we are a registered Website: ombudsman.gov.au education provider for international students, and are compliant with the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000. More information is available at internationaleducation.gov.au/ regulatory-information
38 FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS Fees displayed below are subject to change, as they have not yet been confirmed by the ACT. For the most up-to-date information, please visit ptc.edu.au/fees-scholarships. DOMESTIC OVERSEAS STUDENT FEE STUDENT FEE Certificate Academic Studies in Theology unit $220 - Undergraduate Full-time study (16cps – 1 semester) $9,120 $10,400 Single Subject (4cps); 6000 word project $2,280 $2,600 15,000 word project (16cps) $9,120 $10,400 Graduate Full-time study (16cps – 1 semester) $9,120 $10,400 Single Subject (4cps); 6000 word project $2,280 $2,600 8,000 word project (8cps) $4,560 $5,200 15,000 word project (16cps) $9,120 $10,400 MA(Th) 48cps Full-time study (based on 18cps equiv – 1 semester) $10,260 $11,700 Single Subject (6cps); 8000 word minor project $3,420 $3,900 16,000 word major project (12cps) $6,840 $7,800 MA(Th) 32cps Full-time study (based on 16cps equiv – 1 semester) $9,120 $10,400 Single Subject (4cps); 7000 word minor project $2,280 $2,600 14,000 word project (8cps) $4,650 $5,200 MTh Full-time study (16cps equiv – 1 semester) $8,000 f $9,600 ThD and PhD Full-time study (16cps equiv – 1 semester) $8,000 f $9,600 Other fees Application fee (international students) - $250 Late enrolment (all students) $150 $150 Audit (no assessment)* ASTC & summer intensive unit $ 11 0 NA Undergrad to MA(Th) weekly unit $520 NA MA(Th) intensive unit $260 NA *GST inclusive f These fees will be levied in semester increments depending on full-time or part-time enrolment.
39 Any outstanding balance at the end of the course will be required before graduation.
LA00xx units are charged at the undergraduate rate. Full-time study is typically 16cps per semester. The semester fee for a full-time undergraduate student would typically be four times the single unit fee, and two times the single unit fee for an MA(Th) student.
Please see the General Fees Policy on page 30 of the Handbook for information regarding payment of fees.
Additional fee information for PCA candidates
PCA candidates are eligible for a scholarship which covers 50% of all tuition fees, with the following exceptions: •Summer intensive units are charged as shown in the above table, with no scholarship or FEE-HELP available. Students are charged per week for these units, meaning that if required to attend multiple intensives in the same week, the cost of only one subject will be invoiced. •SLE/SFE training is invoiced as one BTh level unit on an annual basis, in semester 2. Candidates 50% scholarship is applied, however FEE-HELP cannot be used as it is an internal unit.
40 Government assistance o The wife of any candidate for the ministry in the Presbyterian Church of FEE-HELP Australia, while her husband is studying. Australian citizens studying eligible ACT Limited to two units per semester. accredited courses may pay their fees o PCA Ministers in good standing with through FEE-HELP, a federal government their Presbytery. loans scheme. o Missionaries (recognised by the PCA) A ‘Request for FEE-HELP Assistance’ form is available from the Registrar. Home Missioners are encouraged to seek support for their studies from the Ministry Centrelink Development Committee. Eligible students studying approved courses (as defined by Centrelink) can BURSARY FUND access government payments including: A limited number of bursaries are o Youth Allowance (21 - 24 years old) available to candidates for ministry in the o AUSTUDY (25 years old and over) Presbyterian Church, who are not also o ABSTUDY (Aboriginal or Torres Strait receiving AUSTUDY. Islander descent) Applications should be made directly An application form is available upon through the Department of Human Services. request from the Registrar, and must be submitted by the end of February. Travel Concessions Full-time students are eligible to receive DIACONAL FUND discounted access to public transport in Women who fulfill the following criteria Victoria. may be eligible for funding to support The application form can be found on the their study at the PTC: PTV website, or at most metropolitan train o Applicant is a member of a Presbyterian stations. church An authorised signature is required, which o Applicant has the support of the Session can be obtained from the Registrar. at her local church o Applicant’s intended studies are to Scholarships & bursaries prepare her for future diaconal ministry, or further equip her for current work as SCHOLARSHIPS a deaconess The following people are eligible for scholarships to assist towards the costs of studying at the PTC: o Students who are candidates for the ministry in the Presbyterian Church of Australia, together with applicants through the Reception of Ministers Committee (once accepted by a Presbytery).
41 HOW TO APPLY
Compete an application form (available on our website) o Provide certified copies of educational certificates and transcript o Provide details of two referees, one of whom must be your pastor/minister
The College will consider your application and suitability for the course. This may involve a personal interview with the Academic Dean or Principal.
Selection criteria include: o Willingness to give an account of their Christian commitment. o Expressed willingness to conduct themselves in accordance with the College’s Christian ethos as reflected in its Mission Statement and Core Values. o Evidence of sufficient Christian maturity to benefit from the course of study. o Evidence of sufficient academic capability to manage the coursework’s complexity and study load.
You will be notified via email of the outcome of your application. o If approved, the Registrar will guide you through the enrolment process o A meeting with the Academic Dean will be arranged to select subjects (continued on pg 43)
42 International student application checklist: I have determined which course I want to study, and it is available to international students I meet all academic requirements for my chosen course, and can provide an official certified translation of all transcripts (if not already in English) I have completed the IELTS (Academic Version) or TOEFL within the past three years, and can provide a transcript of satisfactory results I am eligible for a student visa to study in Australia, and have sufficient time to complete the application process prior to my course commencement I am able to financially support myself for the duration of my studies, including all course fees and living costs
43 LIBRARY
The Swanton Library is named after The library receives over 140 periodicals, Rev Dr Robert Swanton who, after the and has an extensive collection of organisation of the Theological Hall in e-books and DVDs. 1975, was appointed Acting Principal Students have rights of access (though not until 1977 and Principal 1978-81. borrowing rights) to all the theological Coming out of retirement, Dr Swanton led libraries in Melbourne. the College for its first seven years. On his death in 1992 he left a generous legacy Hours to the College to help fund the library Mondays - Wednesdays, Fridays: and the work of the Reformed Theological 9am - 5pm Review which he helped to initiate. Thursdays: 9am - 9pm Weekends: Closed The Swanton Library has a collection Closed on all public holidays and over the of 31,000 items, with additional books summer break. are constantly coming in through gift or purchase. Monetary donations are Enquiries tax deductible, and the donation of Heather Fiedler theological books is always welcome. [email protected] Books are catalogued using the Pettee +61 3 9898 9872 classification scheme.
PTC MEDIA
PTC Media is a ministry of the college to 2018/19 Catalogue the wider Christian community. It provides Available on the website at ptc.edu.au/ quality media resources for students, ptc-media ministers and all those who want to further their knowledge of God through DVDs, Orders & enquiries CDs, books, Bible study aids, etc. Walter Bruining (office hours Wednesday PTC Media also stock church forms and & Thursday, 10am – 1pm) certificates. [email protected] +61 3 9898 9879
44 2019 CALENDAR
JANUARY Monday 14th 9am PTC Office re-opens FEBRUARY Monday 4th – Friday 15th 9am-5pm Summer intensive units Monday 4th 9am New students orientation Monday 4th 4pm Welcome afternoon tea Tuesday 18th 9am Semester 1 lectures begin MARCH Friday 1st Administration date (last day to add units without paying a late fee) Monday 11th LABOUR DAY Tuesday 12th – Thursday 14th 10am-4pm Ministry Conference (free admission to full-time students, regular classes cancelled) Friday 22nd 7pm Commencement & Graduation Ceremony Friday 29th 5pm Census Date (last day to withdraw from units without paying course fees) APRIL Friday 5th - Monday 22nd MID-SEMESTER BREAK Tuesday 23rd Lectures resume Thursday 25th ANZAC DAY MAY Friday 3rd Withdrawal Date (last day to withdraw from units with academic penalty) Tuesday 7th Commission of Assembly (regular classes cancelled) JUNE Friday 7th 5pm End of Lectures Semester 1 Monday 10th – Friday 14th Study period Monday 17th – Friday 21st Exam period Friday 21st 5pm MA & ASTC Assessment Deadline Friday 21st END OF SEMESTER 1
45 JULY Tuesday 16th Semester 2 lectures begin Friday 26th Administration date (last day to add units without paying a late fee) AUGUST Monday 12th – Friday 16th Intensive Unit (regular classes cancelled) Friday 30th 5pm Census Date (last day to withdraw from units without paying course fees) SEPTEMBER Friday 13th Withdrawal Date (last day to withdraw from units with academic penalty) Friday 20th – Sunday 6th MID-SEMESTER BREAK OCTOBER Monday 7th – Friday 11th General Assembly (regular classes cancelled) NOVEMBER Friday 1st 5pm End of lectures Semester 2 Monday 4th – Friday 8th Study period Monday 11th – Friday 22nd Exam period Friday 22nd 7pm End of year dinner DECEMBER Friday 13th 5pm PTC Office closes
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