Undergraduate Course: Practical Theology 2 (THET08009)
Course Outline
| School | School of Divinity |
College | College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 8 (Year 2 Undergraduate) |
Credits | 20 |
| Home subject area | Theology and Ethics |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | The course will introduce students to the study of Christian life and practice through practical theological approaches. Students will consider Christian life and practice within the context of the church as a reconciling, worshipping, and engaged community. Different models of theological reflection on practice will be explored.
Students will also be introduced to the ways in which practical theology relates to, and interacts with, other disciplines including sociology and psychology.
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Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites | Visiting students should usually have at least 1 introductory level Divinity/Religious Studies course at grade B or above (or be predicted to obtain this) for entry to this course. We will only consider University/College level courses. |
| Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? | Yes |
Course Delivery Information
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course students should be able to:
- Describe key features of Christian life and practice in building reconciled communities, in worship, and in engagement in society.
- Analyse case studies of Christian reconciling, liturgical, engaged life and practice.
- Engage in theological reflection on life and practice in the study of the Christian church.
- Give an inter-disciplinary account of the church as a community of practice. |
Assessment Information
Assessment will consist of:
1. Reflections of 300-400 words (1 side of A4) on weekly tutorial text (20%).
2. Essay of 2,000-2,500 words (20%).
3. Two hour examination (60%).
In order to pass this course, you must obtain a minimum of 40% in each of the above assessed components.
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Special Arrangements
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Additional Information
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| Study Abroad |
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| Keywords | PT2 |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Cecelia Clegg
Tel: (0131 6)50 8943
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Course secretary | Mrs Joanne Cannon
Tel: (0131 6)50 8900
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