Doctrine of Creation (DV0161)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : DIV-3-DOCREAT

The aim of this course is to study in historical and contemporary perspective Christian theological approaches to creation, particularly with reference to key primary sources. Attention will be devoted both to classical formulations and also to modern disputes which reflect issues in the science-religion dialogue.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : Systematic Theology 2B or consent of course manager required.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Theology and Ethics, (School of Divinity, Schedule B)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Not being delivered

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

? Additional Class Information : Th 1110-1300 (provisional)

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

To create a sense of the historical range of theological constructions of the world as creation; to foster an awareness of the leading issues governing contemporary constructions of these ideas; to increase the student's analytic and evaluative skills in theological thought; to promote skills of close textual reading; to enhance ability in literary and oral communication.