Aims of the Module 

This module begins the process of developing you as a reflective practitioner. It provides the foundations from which you will develop your skills, knowledge, attitudes and conduct in a real, practical context. It provides the opportunity to reflect on personal and spiritual growth and the relationship between theory and practice, laying the foundations of discipleship and spiritual formation. 

Intended Learning Outcomes 

On successful completion, you will be able to:  

1. Demonstrate the ability to plan a placement with appropriate objectives 

2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of legal and theological frameworks for safe practice 

3. Understand and integrate biblical perspectives on discipleship and growth 

4. Identify and apply principles of spiritual formation from diverse Christian traditions 

5. Apply principles of reflective practice and communicate results in a structured clear manner 

Indicative Module Content 

· 3 hours per week in practical training placement in each of the two semesters 

· Understanding of supervision and placement regulations 

· Safeguarding legislation, policy and procedure 

· Introduction to reflective practice 

· Introduction to personal and spiritual development 

· Biblical perspectives of discipleship 

· Introduction to various perspectives on spiritual formation 

Assessment 

Portfolio 2000 words 50% 

Portfolio 2000 words 50%

Aims of the Module 

To introduce the student to concepts and skills involved in the study of the Old Testament

Intended Learning Outcomes  

On successful completion, you will be able to:

1. Situate Old Testament events and personalities within the context of the history of the Ancient Near East

2. Place Old Testament literature within the cultural setting and conceptual world of the Ancient Near East

3. Understand a basic process of interpreting a biblical passage and perform basic exegesis on a set Old Testament text

4. Understand the nature of genre and its importance in interpreting Old Testament texts

5. Communicate the outcomes of your study accurately and in a structured and clear manner

Indicative Module Content 

· Historical background of the literature of the Old Testament

· Cultural and religious background of the Old Testament

· Genres of Old Testament literature

· Exegesis of set passages

· Study skills: sources and secondary literature, essay writing, introduction to critical thinking

Assessment 

Written exam 1 hour 50%

Written assignment 2000 words 50%

Aims of the Module 

To introduce the student to concepts and skills involved in the study of the New Testament. 

Intended Learning Outcomes 

On successful completion, you will be able to: 

1. Situate New Testament characters and writings within the historical and cultural setting of the Greco-Roman and early Jewish era 

2. Understand the relevance of genre in interpreting New Testament passages 

3. Perform basic exegesis on a given New Testament passage 

4. Understand the relevance of exegesis for other theological disciplines 

5. Communicate the outcomes of your study accurately and in a structured and clear manner 

Indicative Module Content 

· Historical background of the New Testament 

· Cultural and religious background of the New Testament 

· New Testament genres 

· Development of exegetical skills 

Assessment 

Written assignment 2000 words 50% 

Written assignment 2000 words 50% 

Aims of the Module 

The purpose of this module is to lay the foundation for the development of a range of theological thinking skills across the programme. 

Intended Learning Outcomes 

On successful completion, you will be able to: 

1. Evidence understanding of key sources for theological thinking 

2. Formulate responses to defined theological issues, situations and questions 

3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of theological methodology and its importance for practice and belief 

4. Acquire skills, habits and patterns of theological thinking that will be applied in subsequent years of study 

5. Communicate the outcomes of your study accurately and in a structured and clear manner 

Indicative Module Content  

This course will introduce the nature of and relationships between the sources that frame theological action and reflection and illustrate how these sources are used in Christian history and today. Links among the theological disciplines will be made through the application of a methodology, such as of the pastoral cycle, to specific issues. 

Assessment 

Written assignment 2000 words 50% 

Oral assessment/presentation 2000 words equivalent 50% 

Aims of the Module 

To provide an overview of the Christian Church in its historical context until the modern period (c. 1650) with focus on selected key periods, personalities and/or events. 

Intended Learning Outcomes 

On successful completion, you will be able to:  

1. Understand the contribution of important events and people to the development of Christian tradition up to the modern period 

2. Analyse the influence of particular cultural perspectives on the way theological and spiritual issues have been handled in the history of the Church 

3. Articulate the connection between the broader political, cultural and economic contexts and developments in the history of Christianity 

4. Reflect on the contemporary relevance of Christian history 

5. Engage with historical sources and effectively communicate the results of your study 

Indicative Module Content 

· A brief overview of the history of the Christian Church 

· More detailed attention on the apostolic, patristic, medieval and reformation periods 

· Introduction of primary sources and their role in studying history 

· Emphasis on the need to understand church history within its particular contexts to critically evaluate issues 

· Application of student learning to their own spiritual heritage and identity 

Assessment 

Written assignment 2500 words 60% 

Portfolio 1500 words 40%