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APT333: Dissertation
| Module Title | Dissertation |
|---|---|
| Module Code | APT333 |
| Module Tutor | Gordon McConville |
| School | Humanities |
| CAT Points | 30 |
| Level of Study | 6 |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | None |
| Brief Description | The dissertation is an extended investigation of and reflection on a topic within the broad parameters of Applied Theology. |
| Indicative Syllabus | The dissertation gives an opportunity for extended investigation of a chosen topic in Applied Theology. A preliminary Learning Centre-based session, led by the Senior Information Adviser for Humanities, is used to enable students to understand the resources and methods of retrieval in research, and a further session led by a member of the academic staff introduces methods of doing research at Level III. It builds on knowledge and skills developed in taught modules and reflective practice. It will have one or more of biblical, theological, hermeneutical, pastoral, ethical, or historical aspects, or a combination of any of these. It may be done in connection with ministerial or other professional practice. |
| Learning Outcomes | i. Knowledge and Understanding On successful completion of the module, the student will: a) have demonstrated an understanding of the nature and aspects of theological research; b) have demonstrated an appreciation of the specific demands of relating theory and practice in theology; c) show substantial knowledge and deep understanding of primary texts and scholarly literature relating to the chosen topic in Applied Theology; d) show an understanding of how the chosen topic, and the findings of the study, relate to appropriate aspects of theology, the life of the church, and Christian thought. ii. Skills On successful completion of the module, the student will be able to a) deploy a range of research methods in Theology, such that s/he is equipped to proceed to research at a higher level; b) relate theoretical and applied aspects of theological thinking; c) show an ability to relate different strands of the theology curriculum in the formation of an argument in applied theology; c) articulate the implications of the results of the dissertation research for further theological and practical enquiry. |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Staff student contact 10% Private research 90% |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 100% Coursework: Dissertation: 8000-10000 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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