Diocesan Sponsorship for Study

Applications for Diocesan Sponsorship for 2027 are now open. 

Sponsorship for Accreditation to teach Religious Education or lead in a Catholic school is fully funded.

For Primary teachers this sponsorship is funded through recurrent grants. For secondary teachers this sponsorship is funded through a professional development levy paid by each secondary school in the Diocese.

For other priority courses, sponsorship is provided on the basis of:

For Primary

• 1/3 DOBCEL contribution
• 1/3 School contribution and
• 1/3 Participant contribution

For Secondary

• 1/3 Participant contribution
• 2/3 School contribution

Sponsorship is for the cost of unit fees and does not include student amenities fees.

Requirements

Usually, sponsorship for Masters’ courses, can only be provided to applicants who have their Accreditation to Teach and to Teach Religious Education or Lead in Catholic Schools in Victoria (VCEA guidelines).

Applications

Please download and complete the relevant 2027 sponsorship form, available for Primary and Secondary applications below. Applications close Friday 23 October 2026.

Additional Sponsorship documents

• DOBCEL Sponsorship: Higher Education Studies in Religious Education, Theology, Catholic Educational Leadership Guidelines

Catholic Theological College Information Session for Prospective Students

Catholic Theological College (CTC) is committed to supporting school staff through formation and professional learning opportunities in theology, ministry, education, and spirituality.

To explore these opportunities, CTC invites school leaders, teachers, and staff to attend an online information session on Monday 26 October at 7pm (AEDT). Whether you are beginning your journey or looking to further your studies, this session will provide an overview of the flexible face-to-face and online programs available through CTC.

Registration is essential and can be completed via the Google Form link provided.