This unit will explore the theology and practice of social and community services as an expression of holistic Christian mission. Structural disadvantage and social issues will be examined, particularly as they relate to the delivery of contemporary social services in an Australian context. A community development framework will be applied to address complex social needs, ensuring ethical and practical issues are considered.
Unit code: DM3793B
Unit status: Archived (Major revision)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 3
Unit discipline: Missiology
Delivery Mode: Online
Proposing College: Eva Burrows College
Show when this unit is running1. | Analyse a theological basis for Christian engagement in social service provision |
2. | Outline a broad understanding of structural disadvantage in a range of contemporary Australian social issues |
3. | Discuss some of the ethical concerns that are associated with the delivery of social and community services |
4. | Identify ways in which a commitment to social justice can be practically demonstrated using a specific model |
5. | Demonstrate a clear understanding of community development principles in planning, managing and evaluating social and community services |
30 points field D
Lectures, tutorials, online videos, online meetings, class discussions, discussion boards
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Essay | 3,000 word essay |
3000 | 60.0 |
Seminar or Tutorial | 1,500 word seminar paper |
1500 | 40.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by LTC on 3 Aug, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2021-06-07 08:43:49 +1000