Undergraduate Course: Hebrew Scripture Theology 3/4 (BIST10016)
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 10 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
20 |
Home subject area |
Biblical Studies |
Other subject area |
Theology and Ethics |
Course website |
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
Course description |
An examination of theological themes in Jewish and Christian interpretation of the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament. |
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisites |
Visiting students should have at least 3 Divinity/Religious Studies courses at grade B or above (or be predicted to obtain this). 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
After sucessful completion of this course, a student will have: a knowledge of seminal contributions to the theological study of the HB/OT, from both Christian and Jewish perspectives; an understanding of how key HB/OT texts inform theological debate; an awareness of recent developments in the theological study of the HB/OT. The student will also be able to: integrate the study of the HB/OT with other theological disciplines; identify commonalities and contrasts in Jewish and Christian understandings of the theology of the HB/OT; offer independent, critical analysis of the HB/OT texts in relation to theological issues. |
Assessment Information
10% on seminar presentations and participation, 30% on an essay, 60% on degree examination. |
Special Arrangements
None |
Additional Information
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Syllabus |
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Transferable skills |
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Reading list |
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Study Abroad |
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Keywords |
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Contacts
Course organiser |
Dr David Reimer
Tel: (0131 6)50 8977
Email: David.Reimer@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mrs Joanne Cannon
Tel: (0131 6)50 8900
Email: j.cannon@ed.ac.uk |
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