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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Divinity : Theology and Ethics

Undergraduate Course: Practical Theology 2 (THET08009)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Divinity CollegeCollege of Humanities and Social Science
Course typeStandard AvailabilityAvailable to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 8 (Year 2 Undergraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaTheology and Ethics Other subject areaNone
Course website None Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThe 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.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesVisiting 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
Not being delivered
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.
Special Arrangements
None
Additional Information
Academic description Not entered
Syllabus Not entered
Transferable skills Not entered
Reading list Not entered
Study Abroad Not entered
Study Pattern Not entered
KeywordsPT2
Contacts
Course organiserDr Cecelia Clegg
Tel: (0131 6)50 8943
Email: C.Clegg@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMrs Joanne Cannon
Tel: (0131 6)50 8900
Email: j.cannon@ed.ac.uk
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