This unit aims to provide a basic introduction to the nature and methodology of theology. Particular attention is given to the task of developing a responsible theological expression of Christian faith in contemporary culture.
Unit code: CT8011S
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Foundational
Unit discipline: Systematic Theology
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Stirling College
Show when this unit is running1. | Explain the nature and scope of Christian theology as a critical discipline, identifying the main fields of Christian thought |
2. | Discuss critically the contribution of the major sources for theology: revelation, scripture, tradition, reason, experience, culture and praxis |
3. | Evaluate and articulate several approaches to theological work and their methodologies; |
4. | Apply critical criteria to the task of evaluating theological work; |
5. | Discuss, analyse and critically evaluate central elements in the Christian understanding of God as creator and redeemer, and the implication of these elements |
6. | Develop basic research skills so as to explore other primary elements within Christian faith. |
Lecture/discussion/group work
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Book Review | 1,500 word book review |
0 | 25.0 |
Document Study | 750 word document study |
0 | 12.0 |
Document Study | 750 word document study |
0 | 13.0 |
Essay | 3,000 word essay |
0 | 50.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 30 Jul, 2015
Unit record last updated: 2019-10-03 11:34:40 +1000