Curriculum

In order to develop leaders with the spiritual, intellectual, and professional fortitude for public service, the academic residency consists of a core curriculum of interdisciplinary studies in theology, philosophy, ethics, history, politics, and law. The Lachlan Macquarie Internship uses a “block course” system with 3-week long sequential courses that build upon one another to gain a foundational understanding of CHristian engagement with public policy.

Block 1 - Biblical foundations for culture, society and politics
Block 2 - Historical traditions and development
Block 3 - Modern political thought
Block 4 - Religion and politics in the Australian context.

Classes are conducted Monday through Friday in the Socratic teaching method. Each class day is framed by morning and evening devotions that encourage common prayer, Scripture meditation, spiritual reflection, and service. There will also be occasional trips into our nearby Capital for meetings, lectures and cultural studies, as well as regular dinners with prestigious Christian Australians. 
                      

External experience

Upon successful completion of the Lachlan Macquarie Internship, external work experience will be made available at various partner organisations to gain an understanding of Christian NGO’s, political offices or lobby groups. We also offer our alumni further study and job placement assistance, mentoring, career coaching, networking and continuing education opportunities.