Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts

School of Philosophy & Theology

Are you interested in spiritual and ethical development? The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts offers a systematic introduction to some of the significant themes of philosophy and theology. The program will improve your understanding of the University’s Core Curriculum, foster spiritual development, and help you integrate the core curriculum's fundamental principles and ideas into your wider academic work. You can complete this program over two years of part-time study. Enrol today to start your learning journey.

• Why study this degree?

  The Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts is designed to provide you with an understanding of the principles and goals behind the University of Notre Dame’s  Core Curriculum. The program is a direct link to the Objects of the University and offers education in the context of our mission and ethics.

  Within our intimate class settings, you will find opportunities for spiritual and ethical development and a chance to learn more about philosophy and theology within the context of the Catholic faith. Successful completion of this course will give you a greater understanding of the Core Curriculum and help you better integrate the Core Curriculum within your academic discipline.

  The Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts includes exposure to Core teaching and a discussion of the purpose and goals of the Core Curriculum, as well as possibilities for integrating the Core with other academic disciplines. You will have the opportunity to engage in philosophical reasoning, ethical decision-making, and theological reflection in the Catholic tradition.

• Program summary

  Year One

  • Reason and Revelation
  • One Philosophy Elective

  Year Two

  • One Ethics Elective
  • One Theology Elective

  Philosophy Electives

  • Philosophy of the Human Person
  • History of Philosophy 1: Ancient Greek & Roman
  • History of Philosophy 2: Medieval
  • History of Philosophy 3: Modern
  • History of Philosophy 4: Contemporary
  • Metaphysics
  • Philosophy of Religion
  • Epistemology: Ways of Knowing
  • Philosophy of Love and Friendship
  • Natural Law
  • Political Philosophy

  Ethics  Electives

  • Moral Philosophy
  • Ethical Issues in Professional Life

  Theology Electives

  • Scripture and Church
  • Liturgy
  • The Prophets: Critics of the Status Quo
  • Gospel of Luke and Acts of the Apostles
  • Scripture and Morality
  • Pentateuch
  • The Theology and Practice of the New Evangelisation
  • Trinity
  • Mystery of Christ 4: Church and Sacraments
  • Ministry of Social Justice
  • Foundations of Moral Theology

  More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions pages Fremantle Sydney.

  Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

• Entry requirements

  Academic requirements for this program are outlined on our admission requirements page. All applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements, including those relating to age and English Language Proficiency.

• Learning outcomes

  Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts, graduates will be able to:

  1. Articulate an advanced body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in the discipline of philosophy and theology as a basis for independent lifelong learning
  2. Critically analyse, consolidate, and synthesise knowledge
  3. Demonstrate advanced technical skills to a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in philosophy and theology
  4. Exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
  5. Communicate and present a clear, coherent, and independent exposition of philosophical knowledge and concepts; and
  6. Apply philosophical and theological reflection, knowledge, and skills to demonstrate autonomy, well-developed theoretical and practical judgement and ethical responsibility.

• Career opportunities

  A Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts will prepare you for a range of careers in government, industry, journalism, creative arts or education.

• Real-world experience

  You will learn from our academics, who are leaders in their field. There are no practicum requirements for this program.

• Fees and costs

  This Program has the following loan scheme(s) available for eligible students:

  
  

  FEE-HELP
  The FEE-HELP loan scheme assists eligible fee-paying students with the payment of all, or part, of their tuition fees, not including additional study costs such as accommodation or textbooks. Your FEE-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.

  
  

  For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including Government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees Page.

• More information

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  Talk to one of our career advisors for a personalised advice session. Our advisors provide support while choosing a program of study and completing our application process. Book my session.

  
  

  For more information, please contact our Prospective Students Office.

  Fremantle and Broome Phone: +61 8 9433 0533 Email: future@nd.edu.au

  Sydney and Melbourne Phone: +61 2 8204 4404 Email: sydney@nd.edu.au

  
  

  For more information, please email studyonline@nd.edu.au.