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THY203: Issues in Modern Theology
| Module Title | Issues in Modern Theology |
|---|---|
| Module Code | THY203 |
| Module Tutor | Lloyd Pietersen |
| School | Humanities |
| CAT Points | 15 |
| Level of Study | 5 |
| Pre-requisites | Before taking this module you must pass THY101 and pass THY102 |
| 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 Christian life and faith. |
| Indicative Syllabus | Initially the context and emergence of modern Christian theology will be examined. Thereafter the central issues of modern theology and the most influential theologians will be identified. Theologians studied will include: Schleiermacher, Bultmann and Barth as well as exponents of feminist theology, liberation theology, and radical orthodoxy. Other issues include theology and science, local theologies and responses to pluralism and postmodernism, studied through their representative theologians. |
| Learning Outcomes | i. Knowledge and Understanding
On completion of the module students should be able to: ii. Skills On completion of the module students should be able to:a) Demonstrate an ability to assess the significance of modern theology in its context of the enlightenment, modernity and postmodernity. b) Demonstrate an ability to engage with the variety of methods of modern theological construction, at the same time making informed judgements about the applicability and usefulness of these methods. c) Demonstrate an ability to analyse how the main intellectual traditions characteristic of the modern cultural context relate to Christian theology. d) Reflect on how the study of modern theology can relate to Christian faith and practice and to their own situation. e) Demonstrate skills in analysis, reflection, synthesis and evaluation of selected texts and materials studied on the module. f) Demonstrate applied skills in written argument and expression, problem solving, independent work and collaborative development via e-learning. |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided study – 33% Private study – 60% (including reading and assignment writing) WebCT – 7% (online seminar) |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 50% Coursework: Essay or written presentation: 2000 words or equivalent 002: 50% Coursework: Essay: 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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