AUCD Graduate Research School

NSW

About this college

The Australian University College of Divinity (AUCD) Graduate Research School delivers postgraduate research degrees (Higher Degree by Research).

The Graduate Research School (GRS) draws on and contributes to the research ethos of the Australian University College of Divinity. It is coordinated by the Research Director, Professor Constantine Campbell.

Research degree candidates enrol with the AUCD Graduate Research School, following an interview with the Research Director, lodging of a completed Application Form and Summary of Research Intentions, and admission through the Research Committee, on the basis of prior qualifications and preparedness, as well as a commitment on the part of AUCD to providing appropriate supervision for the proposed thesis.

Choosing GRS

Research has always been integral to the Australian University College of Divinity. With one of the largest bodies of research active theological faculty and the constant push to strive for excellence, GRS could be the ideal place to start your research degree.

International Students

GRS welcomes students who want to embark on research and expand their own understanding and develop new knowledge in theology for academic, vocational, professional and/or personal reasons. Please refer to the International Students section of the website for further information on available courses and locations.

More Information

2026 Study Period Start, End and Census Dates:

Research Period 1

Start Date: Monday, 16 February 2026

Census Date: Monday, 16 March 2026

Academic Penalty Date: Friday, 17 April 2026

End Date: Sunday, 21 June 2026

 

Research Period 2

Start Date: Monday, 20 July 2026

Census Date: Monday, 17 August 2026

Academic Penalty Date: Friday, 18 September 2026

End Date: Sunday, 22 November 2026

 

Orientation Dates, Times and Locations:

Research Period 1: Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 2:00pm (AEST) – Online

Research Period 2: Monday, 31 August 2026, 2:00pm (AEST) – Online

 

Sydney Office – Suite 114, 4 Columbia Court, Norwest 2153 NSW.

 

Information on study terms, census, and orientation dates can be found here.

Fees are for 2026 and are in AUD.
  • Full-time | AUD$8,190 per semester – Minimum 2 years (DMin, PhD, ThD)
  • Part-time | AUD$4,095 per semester – Minimum 4 years (DMin, PhD, ThD)
  • DMin (Cohort) | AUD $6,142 per semester – Minimum 4 years

 

FEE-HELP may be available for eligible students

 

Further information on fees for each course can be found on the course pages on the GRS website.

 


AUCD and its Member Institutions periodically review and adjust their tuition and other fees. All fees are subject to change and students will be advised of any changes prior to each enrolment period opening.

Contact Prof. Constantine Campbell
Email  grs@aucd.edu.au
Phone  +61 (02) 9889 1969

 

The Australian University College of Divinity (AUCD) Research candidates have access to any AUCD Member Institution (MI) library, including its books, journals, and electronic resources. MIs have research-trained staff not only to deliver the programs of study for which they are accredited and but to also support research-led teaching in Higher Education.

 

Candidates also have access to borrowing rights at Macquarie University. However, that does not apply to the use of the library’s electronic resources and interlibrary loan. Membership has to be renewed each year, subject to the candidate being enrolled and in good standing with Macquarie University library and the AUCD MI library.