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SCO404: Theology of Religions

Module Title Theology of Religions
Module Code SCO404
Module Tutor
School Sport and Exercise
CAT Points 20
Level of Study 7
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description The module aims to reflect theologically on the phenomenon of world religions in order to develop an appropriate missiology and to enable participants to be sensitive to the implications of sports development in different theological contexts. A selection of Christian theologians advocating the three classic approaches of exclusivism, inclusivism and pluralism will be examined, drawing on thinkers from evangelicalism, Protestantism at large, Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. The approach of inter-faith dialogue will be explored in the context of the awareness of the ways non-Christian Faiths have attempted to understand the existence and nature of religions of the world, as well as the fact that they have actually been coloured by their encounter with one another. The role of sport and physical activity, as mediators in this context, will also be evaluated.
Indicative Syllabus • History and overview of Christian attitudes to world religions.
• Christocentric approaches: (a) Exclusivism; (b) Inclusivism.
• Theocentric approaches (forms of pluralism)
• Evangelical approaches
• Christian approaches to inter-faith dialogue
• A selection of Jewish, Muslim, Hindu and Buddhist reflections on world religions
• Missiological implications
Learning Outcomes On successful completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate:

1) Advanced knowledge of key texts and writers in the field.
2) Skills in synthesis, creativity and clarity in presenting an academic argument in line with scholarly conventions. The application of philosophical and theological tools in the evaluation of the truth claims inherent in world religions.
3) The ability to reflect missiologically on the task of the Church in a world of religious plurality
4) The ability to assess the potential for sport and physical activity to contribute to intra-faith and inter-faith co-operation.

Learning and Teaching Activities The module will be delivered primarily through workshops and seminars, directed by pre-reading and student reflection.
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 50% Coursework: Standard: 3000 words or equivalent
002: 50% Coursework: Standard: 3000 words or equivalent
Special Assessment Requirements None
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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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