Grace & Desire for God in Modern Catholic Theology 3/4 (U00146)

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

The course charts the development of the theology of Grace, with particular emphasis on three moments in history: the dispute between Augustine and Pelaguis, the Reformation (Luther and Trent), and late 20th century conflict and consensus. The course intends scholars who have an interest in either, or both, Systematic Theology and Ecclesiastical History.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : Christian Thought and Comtemporary Life 1, or History of Christianity as a World Religion 1, or Systematic Theology 2A or 2B.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

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

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? 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
09/01/2007	11:10	13:00

All of the following classes

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

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

The course intends to equip its participants with the following:
- an understanding of the development of the theology of grace in its historical and theological context;
- an ability to articulate the various theological positions cogently and sympathetically;
- a clarification of positions and prejudices, and an ability to enter contructively and creatively into the current dialogue.
The course further intends to assist students in developing skills in presentation (oral and written) of papers and development of arguments, and technique in critique and criticism.