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HM5601: Modern Theology
| Module Title | Modern Theology |
|---|---|
| Module Code | HM5601 |
| Module Tutor | Dee Carter |
| School | Humanities |
| CAT Points | 15 |
| Level of Study | 5 |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | None |
| Brief Description | This module examines in depth some key concepts, issues and movements in modern theology and their impact on developments in Christianity and its teaching. In form it is a survey of theology in the modern and late/postmodern periods contextualised in historical and cultural contexts. |
| Indicative Syllabus | The module begins with the historical and cultural contexts which shaped the emergence of modern theology and the ways in which theology was expressed. Some of the central issues of modern theology will be critically examined and also the most influential theologians of the modern and late/postmodern periods will be discussed. Theologians studied will includeSchleiermacher and Barth as well as exponents of various contextual theologies: ecological theology, Black theology, feminist theology, liberation theology. Other themes to be considered include responses to pluralism and postmodernism. In terms of method in theology, the module content will be contextualised within the ‘theological triple question’: Who does it? Where is it done? For whom is it done? |
| Learning Outcomes | A student passing this module should be able to:
1 Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of key issues and concepts in modern theology. 2 Show an in-depth understanding of the historical development of modern and late modern theology, demonstrating an ability to analyse how the main intellectual traditions of contemporary cultural contexts relate to it. 3 Evaluate some of the work of key modern theologians. 4 Demonstrate an ability to engage with the variety of methods of modern theological construction, at the same time making informed judgements regarding the applicability of these methods. 5 Construct cogent argument in written work grounded in appropriate research and applied knowledge. 6 Demonstrate skills in analysis, reflection, synthesis and evaluation of selected texts. |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Scheduled Contact Hours: 28 Independent Learning Hours: 122 |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 50% Coursework: Individual, portfolio: 1000 Words. 002: 50% Written Exam: End of year, unseen, closed book: 1.50 hours |
| Special Assessment Requirements | |
| 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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