What will you let God do with you?
At Mary Andrews College, we help women and men grow in their knowledge of God and capacity to serve others—not just for a semester, but for a lifetime.
Mary Andrews College Academic Conference 2026
Under the theme, “Theology for Today”, some of Australia’s leading female and male theologians will present papers on the various ways ancient texts and wisdom give us vital insight on current issues in biblical and theological studies.
Theology After Dark - An Evensong Service
With Rev. Dr Becki Philip
“I will praise the Lord, who counsels me, even at night my heart instructs me” - Psalm 16:7
Come and join us for an unforgettable Theology After Dark as Mary Andrews College presents an Evensong service, 22nd June, 5:30pm – 6:30pm at the Garrison Church in the Rocks.
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What could you study at Mary Andrews College in Semester 2, 2026?
Why learn theology?
At its heart, theology is the study of words about God—who he is, how he’s revealed himself to us in Jesus, saved us through the cross, and what that means for us.
We're all theologians, practising theology every day, whenever we think about God, comfort a friend with Scripture, or try to understand his will in difficult circumstances.
That’s why we believe learning theology should be accessible to all people, at every stage of life—taught in a way that’s relevant to you, your ministry and your life.
When we do theology well, we’re learning how to live well: understanding the creator God and how he’s made this world; finding the right words to counsel friends; navigating the world with grace and wisdom.
That’s what learning with Mary Andrews College does. We’d love you to come and join us!
“MAC gave me crucial skills in how to take the gospel and share it appropriately with those around me. Through a mix of theological and pastoral care training, I feel I have a solid balance between being biblically literate while simultaneously knowing how to most effectively share that literacy with others.”
Laura Rowe, 2025 Graduand
“Mary Andrews College has a solid reputation for its theology and application. There is also flexibility of course structure and options for when and where study happens.”
Ann, 2021 Graduand
“MAC has equipped me for ministry in pastoral care skills, a deeper knowledge and love of God through studying the Bible and applying it to my life.”
Carolyn Hallam, 2025 Graduand
At Mary Andrews College, we believe good theology is robust in truth, relevant to daily life, and accessible to every Christian person.
We know, from Scripture, that when we study his word, we find an invitation to fall more deeply in love with him. When we consider the gospel, the death and resurrection of Jesus, it’s this love that not only transforms our lives but spills out into the lives of those around us.
Good theology transforms how you live
We've held this conviction since 1891. Our namesake Mary Andrews, who served as Principal for over 20 years, said: “The measure of what you can do for the world will be simply what you let God do with yourself.”
More recently, our current Principal, Dr Laurel Moffatt wrote, “Theology is for all of God’s people. We all have ‘words about God’; our shared task is to ensure those words are good and right, reflecting His character and guiding us into wise, joyful obedience.”
Start Where You Are
Our courses are designed for your current life and commitments—whether you're new to formal learning or returning after many years.
Learn in Community
Join a learning community that connects you with Christians from across Australia through the classroom, as well as the broader ADM community.
Apply What You Learn
Every lesson connects biblical understanding with real-life implications—at home, at work, in your church, in your community.
How we’ll walk alongside you
Since 1891, Mary Andrews College has been a ministry of Anglican Deaconess Ministries, walking alongside women and men who want to grow in their love and knowledge of Jesus.
We'd love to help you find the right pathway, answer your questions, or simply chat about what learning at MAC could look like for you.
Ready to take your next step?
What our students say…
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Jennifer
“Once I started at Mary Andrews and experienced the combination of practical skills and biblical knowledge that we learn – I was hooked and kept adding on more subjects because I wanted to keep learning!”
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Bec
“Mary Andrews College has really helped me in pastoral care: in helping people who are facing really difficult times in their life, or who might be experiencing conflict - to understand how to listen well and how to help them in that time.”
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Annette
“If you’ve never thought of studying, I want to encourage you to consider studying in this season, and if you are thinking of studying, let me encourage you to get in touch with Mary Andrews College because they really equip you for life and for ministry. Go to an information session, ask questions, get connected. Mary Andrews College is the one.”
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Robyn
“All of life is ministry. And that’s the wonderful thing about Mary Andrews College: it just equips you for life. It puts everything else into perspective, it brings it all together and just gives everything so much more purpose.”
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Janice
“I actually thought I was going to retire, whatever that looks like! And I thought ‘I know what I’ll do, I’ll go back to study’. I started with just one subject and I just loved it so much that I was hooked after that! I think I fell in love with Mary Andrews College.”
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Lucy
“Dip your toe in and audit a class then take the plunge. Before you know it, you’re getting a diploma!”
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Ella
“Learning from other women is so valuable. That’s been something that I’ve really enjoyed at Mary Andrews.”
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Joanna
“I thought ‘why not use this time to get to know the Bible better, to be equipped to help people to understand it, and be equipped to care for people?’”
