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BBI - The Australian Institute of Theological Education

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About

BBI - The Australian Institute of Theological Education(BBI-TAITE) is Australia’s leading postgraduate institution for online theological education and caters for students interested in Catholic thought for both spiritual and practical purposes.

Our mission is to bridge the divide between faith, theology and life and in doing so, encourage all members of the community to apply Theology in our modern world and bring a meaning and purpose for everyday living.

Through this lens, BBI-TAITE offers four insightful disciplines to choose from – Theological Studies, Leadership and Theology, Religious Education, and Governance and Canon Law.

Dedicated Courses for Today’s World
Our awards and courses are tailored to address the practical journeys of our students whilst providing spiritual guidance in applying theology to the modern world.

Online. Anywhere. Anytime.
Our flexible online delivery enables a stress-free environment so students can focus on their faith journey by studying anywhere across the world.

Experienced and Approachable Staff
Students are at the heart of everything we do, and our academic and administrative staff are always on hand to provide aid across all facets of life.

Industry Leading Units
Our selective units are driven by professional leaders across the nation and are frequently reviewed to ensure quality teaching, real world relevancy and refreshing Catholic thought.

BBI-TAITE is a member of the Forum of Australian Catholic Institutes of Theology (FACIT), the Australian New Zealand Association of Theological Schools (ANZATS) and the Council of Deans of Theology.

Contact

Phone: 02 9847 0030

Email: BBIEnquiries@bbi.catholic.edu.au 

Website: visit the 
BBI-TAITE website

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Events

Important Dates

BBI-TAITE offers three intakes per year. For more information please view the key dates calendar.

Student Outcomes

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Policies and Services

Admission criteria

Applicants with higher education study

To be eligible for entry to BBI-TAITE’s postgraduate awards / courses, you must meet the minimum requirement as follows:

  • Completion of an undergraduate degree in any discipline from an approved tertiary education institution

Additionally, any individual award / course admission requirements must also be met.

Concurrent enrolment is also available and allows a student to undertake two awards / courses simultaneously. Concurrent enrolment is only available for applicants into the Graduate Certificate in Religious Education for students enrolled in a teaching degree with another institution. Please refer to BBI-TAITE’s Concurrent Enrolment Policy.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be entitled to academic credit or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which would reduce the overall length of your award/course with BBI-TAITE.  

Applicants with work and life experience

Employment experience

Admission may be considered on professional entry grounds where the applicant has an incomplete undergraduate degree and relevant experience of no less than 10 years.

Additional information

Domestic applications with overseas qualifications

International qualifications are assessed for equivalence to the AQF. Please note that applicants must meet individual award / course admission criteria.

English language requirements

International students studying online from their own country are required to have attained an International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) according to the admission criteria of each specified award as specified in the English Proficiency Policy.

How to apply

Apply direct to BBI - The Australian Institute of Theological Education. Applications are always open.

Enrolment

Acceptance of offer

Successful applicants will receive a Confirmation of Enrolment directly through BBI-TAITE, including information on enrolment procedures.

Advanced standing

All BBI-TAITE's awards and courses are nested, meaning that they build on one another, ensuring that students receive credit for units previously accomplished. Students who have completed relevant study elsewhere may also be eligible for credit which would reduce the overall length of their award / course with BBI-TAITE.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may also be available based on your prior work experience. 

Deferment

Deferment is available for all BBI-TAITE awards and courses for up to one year. Information is available in your Confirmation of Enrolment.

Fees and charges

All students must pay the tuition fee for each unit upfront. Alternatively, eligible Australian citizens may opt to apply for FEE-HELP.

Financial assistance

Students can apply for FEE-HELP, which is available to Australian citizens, eligible New Zealand citizens and holders of a Permanent Humanitarian Visa. This is repaid through the taxation system once your income is above the threshold. For more information on FEE-HELP, visit the Study Assist website.

Student and campus services

More information about the various student support services available at BBI-TAITE can be found here.

Student profile

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Where to get further information

  • BBI - The Australian Institute of Theological Education – BBI: The Australian Institute of Theological Education's Institute Profile
  • TEQSA national register –  The Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) is Australia's independent national quality assurance and regulatory agency for higher education
  • ComparED – The ComparED website provides prospective students with transparent institution information from recent graduates and current students views.
  • Study Assist – Information for students about government assistance for financing tertiary study.

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