This unit is designed to give the student an introduction to the concept and practice of mission and its priority for the people of God. It explores the topic of mission from a biblical, theological, historical and cultural perspective. It enables the student to develop and apply concepts of mission in their local context.
Unit code: DM1113B
Unit status: Approved (Major revision)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 1
Unit discipline: Missiology
Proposing College: Eva Burrows College
Show when this unit is running| 1. | Articulate key biblical and theological foundations of God's mission (Missio Dei). |
| 2. | Examine key dimensions of contemporary Christian mission, such as holistic mission, polycentric mission, social justice, and ecclesiology. |
| 3. | Assess contextual factors that shape mission in local communities. |
| 4. | Apply mission principles to develop contextualised approaches to ministry within a local church context. |
No prerequisites required.
Students will engage with online learning materials, including readings, videos, and opportunities to reflect on their practice. They will also participate in scheduled live online sessions that encourage discussion, collaboration, and learning with their peers.
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Variant 1 | ||||||||
| Article (for Newspaper, e.g. letter to the editor) | 800 | 20.0 | ||||||
| Learning Resource | 1200 | 30.0 | ||||||
| Summative Reflection | 2000 | 50.0 | ||||||
Variant 2 | ||||||||
| Tutorial Paper/Seminar Paper | 1000 | 25.0 | ||||||
| Learning Resource | 1000 | 25.0 | ||||||
| Summative Reflection | 2000 | 50.0 | ||||||
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Naomi Wolfe on 18 Sep, 2026
Unit record last updated: 2026-10-30 14:18:18 +1100