New Zealand Diploma in Christian Studies
WEC Aotearoa New Zealand
Subject area
Religious Studies
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$3,829
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Christian churches, agencies and community organisations with people who are able to operate as senior administrators and leaders, and/or managers.
This qualification is stranded in order to recognise the specific knowledge and skills required in a variety of roles and contexts ranging from the administration of a parish, teaching Religious Education or holders of other roles of responsibility in integrated Christian schools as defined in the Private Schools Conditional Integration Act (1975), to managers of churches, agencies or community organisations.
Graduates will benefit by having a qualification that recognises their advanced evaluation, research, leadership, administration and strategic management skills and knowledge, enhancing their employment opportunities, and/or ability work in a voluntary capacity in Christian churches and their agencies.
This qualification is targeted at individuals who are ready for managerial and senior leadership positions in a variety of roles. This qualification is also targeted at those who want to further their theological studies at undergraduate level; or for current practitioners, such as teachers of Religious Education, who want to upskill in a particular area of Christian ministry.
Graduates will be able to apply in-depth theological and biblical skills and knowledge to inform managerial and strategic decisions; be responsible for leadership and may supervise others.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Students will need to meet Eastwest College's general college admission criteria to study toward the Diploma in Intercultural Studies (Level 6). Academic requirements: - The Eastwest Diploma in Intercultural Studies (Level 5) (2793), or equivalent, or - Through special admission made through application to the Academic Dean which may be granted based on broad theological, biblical, ministry and life experience. International students will require an IELTS Academic Score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5 (or equivalent).
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$3,829 | $3,829 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$5,073 | $5,073 |
| Total | $8,902 | $8,902 |
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Student Success
88%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (07) 824 3417
Fax: (07) 824 3418
Email: office@eastwest.ac.nz
Web: http://www.eastwest.ac.nz
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