This unit provides a general introduction to the New Testament. It introduces students to the literary forms, historical and cultural contexts and theological themes of the New Testament. Students will examine first century history (in and around the land of the New Testament), contemporary critical methodologies and the shaping of the New Testament canon. Students will study an overview of all books of the New Testament.
Unit code: BN8600A
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Foundational
Unit discipline: New Testament
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: St Athanasius College
Show when this unit is running1. | Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the contents of the New Testament |
2. | Explain the socio-historical setting and literary forms of the New Testament literature |
3. | Investigate contemporary methods of critical biblical interpretation and tools for exegesis |
4. | Apply exegetical methodology to a selected passage from the New Testament. |
5. | Analyse the historical, cultural and religious contexts which influenced the formation of the New Testament |
12 weekly sessions, required reading and additional reading resources.
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Written Examination | 2.5 hour exam – 2500 words |
0 | 40.0 |
Essay | Online Quizzes 4 (500 word equivalent) |
0 | 10.0 |
Exegetical Essay | Exegetical Essay – 3000 words |
0 | 50.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 19 Oct, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2019-10-03 11:34:39 +1000