TRS5382 - Christian Doctrine

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

Demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of significant debates in Christology and theology of the Trinity
Show critical appreciation of the role of historical, cultural, gender and religious contexts to these debates
Demonstrate awareness of the diversity and complexity of Christian doctrine, both in history and contemporary world Christianity
Critically evaluate significant biblical, creedal and conciliar statements and show awareness of other ways in which theology may be disclosed, such as in liturgy, arts, values and actions.
Compare and contrast aspects of Christian belief with other world philosophies, ideologies and faiths

Content:

This module introduces the key Christian doctrines of Christology and Trinity about Jesus Christ, as developed by the church in the first five centuries. It focuses particularly on contemporary debate about these key doctrines in conciliar church statements and in global theological scholarship, dealing with historical developments retrospectively. Students are introduced to biblical, doctrinal and scholarly sources as well as the significance of theology in other areas such as liturgy, arts, values and actions. They will explore the interaction between theology and historical, cultural, gender and religious contexts to identify commonality and differences in a world of many faiths and philosophies.

Subject content may include:
- Christian claims in plural society
- Sexing the Trinity
- Jesus Christ in diverse cultures
- The Cross and world peace.
- The Trinity and social justice

Learning and Teaching Information:

Learning and teaching takes place in plenary sessions and using blended learning. It may also include group activities and also opportunities for individual help through face-to-face meeting or online means. Scheduled learning activities are varied and include include: lecture-style presentations by the module tutor or occasional guest speaker; seminar-style discussion of a particular topic; informal prepared presentations by students, followed by discussion; debates; and other exercises as appropriate to material and group. The teaching method is predominantly workshop based and requires full participation and preparation by students. Students receive guidance on reading in preparation for each session and activity and learning is supported by readers and other resources including Moodle. Guidance on research and essay-writing is integral to the learning and teaching process in each module and may also be supported by tutorial guidance on essay plans if requested.

Interactive workshops:
Hours: 30
Group size: 20

Guided independent study:
Hours: 170

Further details relating to assessment:
Portfolio consists of several exercises contributing to analysis of a text.

Assessment:

001 Portfolio; 2,000 words; Mid-Semester 50%
002 Essay; 2,000 words; End of Semester 50%

Fact File

Module Coordinator - Patricia Kelly
Level - 5
Credit Value - 20
Pre-Requisites - NONE
Semester(s) Offered - 5S2

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