Theological Studies

Curriculum Objectives

This graduate course unit is designed to provide students with an understanding of the person and saving work of Jesus Christ. It seeks to explore this understanding in the light of contemporary Christian thought and life.

Learning Outcomes

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

• outline the key biblical material that provides the foundation for a theological understanding of the person and saving work of Christ
• explain the significance of the various strands of Christological and soteriological thought
• analyse critically a range of primary and secondary texts by relevant theological thinkers
• use appropriate methods of critical theological reflection to interpret the major doctrines in Christology and Soteriology
• apply insights from their study to Christian life and ministry within their particular context

Assumed Knowledge 

T8106 and B8101

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.