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Archived Version 2023 - 2024
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Description The purpose of this module is to introduce students to: the complementarity of theology and religious studies; sources and key themes in Christian theology; interfaith theology; and to conversations between theology and politics, culture, science and the arts. In this module, students develop knowledge of key theological concepts and texts. Students develop skills of critical engagement with questions in historical, philosophical and systematic theology. Students are expected to attend and contribute to lectures, and to engage with the recommended texts – including discussion of weekly readings – as they progress through the module | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Identify the purposes and responsibilities of Theology and Religious Studies 2. Describe and interpret the key sources of Theology 3. Critically and sensitively engage with primary sources 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the debates surrounding central theological themes 5. Outline select interfaith dimensions of the sources and themes 6. Discuss key dimensions of the current dialogue between theology and politics, theology and culture, theology and science, and theology and the arts 7. Construct their own arguments in discussion, and present arguments and ideas in written form | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities PerspectivesReligion and the contemporary landscape Theology and Religious Studies: approaches to religious faith and practiceSourcesRevelation Scripture Tradition Reason ExperienceThemesThe God Question; Christology; Faith and Reason: theology and philosophy in dialogue Theological Anthropology: Creation, Sin and RedemptionConversationsTheology and Politics Theology and Culture Theology and Science Theology and the Arts | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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