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APT303: The God of Jesus Christ

Module Title The God of Jesus Christ
Module Code APT303
Module Tutor Dee Carter
School Humanities
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 6
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description This module offers the opportunity to study the central Christian doctrines of (a) soteriology: ways of understanding atonement through a range of metaphors, variously presented, and (b) Trinity, from its early formulation to its more contemporary construals.
Indicative Syllabus This module begins with a consideration of theological method and language, before moving to study in some depth the ways in which we understand that ‘Christ died for us’. Therefore, one focal point will be soteriology - atonement theory – through tracing its historical and cultural conditioning to its contemporary re-statements. The module moves to a second focus: Trinity, from its foundations – triune patterns and triadic bases in Scripture and early doctrinal development - to more contemporary understandings. The inter-relatedness of theological doctrine – trinitarian, soteriological, christological, eschatological, ecclesiological – will be emphasised and brought together through a discussion of elements of the work of Jürgen Moltmann. Students will be invited and encouraged to consider aspects of theological discussion of atonement and Trinity and their implications for Christian practice, including contemporary concerns for the environment.
Learning Outcomes i. Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of this of the module students will be able to demonstrate that they:
a) understand the ‘mechanics’ of atonement theory, its language and logic;
b) have engaged with the origin, history and contemporary interpretation of the Trinity;
c) have an understanding of theological method and language.

ii. Skills
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to demonstrate that they
a) are able to analyse primary and secondary theological literature and ideas critically and to communicate clearly in writing about the concepts and issues involved;
b) can apply their knowledge of theological theory effectively to particular contemporary issues and practical concerns.
Learning and Teaching Activities Staff/student contact: 16%
Private study: 84%
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent
002: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent
Special Assessment Requirements None
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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