MELBOURNE CAMPUS OPTIONS
RTC has some great options for study at our Melbourne campus for Semester 1, 2026 starting Tuesday, 17th February. If you are about to begin study, why not begin with one or more of these?
Jesus and the Gospels
This unit provides an overview of the Gospels, examining how they came to be, how they are best understood, and how their authors highlight the life, ministry, and significance of Jesus of Nazareth. Taught by Dr Martin Williams, this foundational unit is ideal for students commencing a new course of study.
Christianity in History from 1550
Christianity in History from 1550 surveys the major phases and developments in Christian history from the time of the Reformation, with a view to applying these perspectives to current issues in ministry and the contemporary world.
Class times: TBA
Theology: The Knowledge of God
This unit explores how we know God, how God reveals himself, and how this knowledge benefits us and helps others to know Him.
Class times: TBA
Biblical Hebrew A
Here’s a unique chance to learn the language the OT was written in. It will equip students with the basic tools for translating biblical Hebrew, laying a foundations for a deeper exploration of the OT.
Class times: TBA
Exilic Prophecy (English and Hebrew)
An in-depth exploration of the book of Ezekiel, its theological message, and relevance to contemporary Christian ministry.
Principles and Practice of New Testament Exegesis (Greek)
Dr Martin Williams teaches this unit that is designed for students who have learned the basics of NT Greek and wish to develop exegesis skills for teaching and preaching the NT.
Expository Preaching Workshop A
Dr Murray Capill conducts this weekly preaching workshop for preachers.
Pastoral Care
The unit is designed to help you commence a ministry of pastoral care and to enable you to maintain appropriate self-care throughout. It will survey various perspectives and issues in pastoral theology and explore their application to the Christian life.
Introduction to Biblical Theology (intensive)
An ideal subject for all pastors, preachers, and lay persons! Dr. Andrew Stewart will lead an exploration of the discipline of biblical theology, trace the development of major themes within Scripture, and provide a basis for understanding the relationship between the two. This foundation will equip you to undertake further study in theology, and biblical exegesis and hermeneutics, and to explain to others how the Bible hangs together as a whole.
Theology of Mission (intensive)
Theology of Mission, with Dr Phillip Scheepers, is a great subject for anyone with a mind to explore a call to mission-based ministry and apply a biblical perspective to their mission work locally or overseas.
The intensive week will occur from 13th to 17th April with prior online weeks.
AUDIT OPTIONS
If you are not wanting a degree or diploma, you could consider being an “audit” student (with no assessment or academic credit) for just $300/unit.
