The Australian University of Theology operates through a confessionally diverse, national network of Bible and theological colleges delivering the awards of the College on its behalf. Students and staff join the University through one of its Affiliated Colleges, where each learning community has its own distinctive features.
The Australian University of Theology and the Affiliated Colleges are committed to excellence in learning, teaching, research, and high standards of scholarship in theological education.
The University has consistently scored 1st for overall student experience in the Student Experience Survey among institutions with over 1,000 students, exceeding all universities. This demonstrates the commitment of AUT academics to excellence in teaching and learning informed by research and scholarship.
COURSE ACCREDITATION
As an Australian University, AUT has self-accrediting authority in the field of Religious Studies.
Information about the course accreditation process and the dates of accreditation of courses is available here.
AFFILIATING WITH THE University
The relationship between a college and the University is expressed in the Institutional Approval Criteria and an Affiliation Agreement signed by each affiliated college and the Council, which is the governing body of the University.
Colleges affiliated with the Australian University of Theology are represented at all levels of governance. Affiliated Colleges are in a consortium which exists to strengthen all members.
