Church, State and Civil Society (P00535)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : DIV-P-P00535

The course will explore in historical and contemporary perspective Christian theological approaches to the state and civil society. Attention will be devoted to classical formulations, to Reformation and early modern disputes, to theological appraisals of political liberalism and the continuing debate in the UK over establishment.

Entry Requirements

none

Subject Areas

Home subject area

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

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
11/01/2007	11:00	13:00

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Thursday	11:10	13:00	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

The course will increase the student analytic and evaluative skills in theological thought; foster an awareness of the socio-historical context of doctrinal formulations; promote skills of close textual reading, and enhance ability in literary and oral communication.