High academic standards in a spirit of honest inquiry, under the authority of Scripture, engaging with the history of Christian thought, our contemporary world and committed to excellence in teaching and learning, research, and high standards in scholarship.
Mission & Values
Mission
Equipping men and women for God’s mission in a rapidly changing and increasingly complex world.
Vision
To be a leading centre of mission and ministry training delivered in supportive communities through flexible study modes.
Theological Framework
Ridley College is committed to academically rigorous theological training in the Anglican, Reformed and Evangelical tradition that engages seriously with contemporary culture.
Values
Learning
Formation
The intentional development of Christ-like character, prayerful dependence on God, and the integration of life, doctrine and ministry practice.
Community
Learning in relationships of respect, support and integrity, welcoming people from varied backgrounds and churches, and establishing networks for partnership in ministry.
Mission & Ministry
Promoting a global vision for the gospel of Jesus Christ, a heart to serve the church, cross-cultural skills, perseverance, confidence and humility in handling God’s word.
Since 1910
Ridley College began on 1st March 1910. It was established by a group of evangelicals, including the Bishops of Bendigo and Gippsland, who were anxious to ensure that there was a place to train future generations of gospel-focused leaders.
Their plan was to open a residential college where people could train for Christian ministry, including ordinands and future missionaries. They could study at Ridley for qualifications from the Australian College of Theology, the Melbourne College of Divinity, and the University of Melbourne.
Ridley was an affiliated residential college of the University of Melbourne from 1965–2005. It was the first college of the University to be co-residential for men and women.