Theology of Wellbeing and Flourishing

T8107

Theology of Wellbeing and Flourishing
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Curriculum Objectives

This course unit is designed to introduce students to a critical understanding of theological, psychological, and practical approaches to well-being and flourishing. It seeks to explore this understanding in the light of contemporary Christian thought, experience and self-reflection.

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this course unit, students will be able to:

  • Critically evaluate the concept of well-being and its practical applications in a particular Christian context.
  • Integrate Christian teachings on integral human development and flourishing with contemporary well-being frameworks, including cultural and ecological dimensions.
  • Analyse the relationship between faith, religion, and flourishing through interdisciplinary perspectives, including Place Attachment Theory, the Ecological Model for Flourishing Educators, and the Flourishing Measure.
  • Apply principles and practices of well-being within a particular Christian context into a range of situations in life including family, school, church, and community settings.
  • Reflect theologically and personally on their role in promoting well-being, resilience, and cultural inclusion.

Assumed Knowledge 

Nil

Study hours

10 hours per week for 12 week session, comprised of:

  • At least one hour per week for online lectures.
  • At least three hours per week of reading.
  • At least six hours per week of directed study, including optional and assessable online activities.

Teaching methods

Online lectures; online activities; guided reading; scaffolded assessments; feedback on assessments.

Indicative Assessment

At the Institute, we use a range of assessment tasks, including essays, research papers, online posts, critical reflections, projects and praxis exercises. Within a unit of study each set of assessment tasks is designed as an integral part of your learning experience. These tasks vary across units and programs. All assessment tasks are aligned to the Australian Qualifications Framework level appropriate for graduate awards.