This unit provides learning experiences that assist students to better understand the concept of culture in general and Australian society in particular, to reflect on their own understanding of the church, and to develop insights for mission.
Unit code: DP2201L
Unit status: Archived (Major revision)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 2
Unit discipline: Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Australian Lutheran College
Show when this unit is running1. | Articulate an understanding of the nature of Australian society and what the implications are for mission |
2. | Analyse and interpret the religious profile of Australian society |
3. | Reflect on the nature of the church and the mission of the church in the world today |
4. | Demonstrate insights that will assist the church in its mission |
At least 15 credit points in Field D—Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies (DP) is desirable
The unit will involve lectures and class discussion and may involve film and guest presenters.
http://www.abs.gov.au/ For statistics on Australian society http://www.lca.org.au/board-for-mission.html LCA Board for Mission site http://www.ncls.org.au/ National Church Life Survey http://www.cra.org.au/ Christian Research Association
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Essay | Essay A written assignment outlining biblical, cultural, and mission insights 2250 words |
2250 | 50.0 |
Report | A brief oral report in class based on assigned reading 1000 words equivalent |
1000 | 25.0 |
Book Review | Book review A written book review, choice from selected texts 1250 words |
1250 | 25.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 19 Oct, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2021-06-07 08:43:51 +1000