Undergraduate

10 credits/5 ECTS

This module will teach you to use biblical texts in a way that is faithful to their original intended meaning, and apply them in contemporary churches and the modern world. In it you will learn, practise and refine analytical and evaluative skills, look at the issues raised, and discuss their implications for Christian ministry and mission.

10 credits/5 ECTS

This module prepares you to engage with people who are not Christians, and help them understand the relevance of your faith. Subjects covered include:

• The meaning of apologetics

• The impact of contemporary culture on evangelism

• The future of evangelism

• Apologetics in Christian mission

• Engaging with science

• Making sense of suffering

• Relating to other religions

• Negotiating in a post-modern context.

10 credits/5 ECTS

This module guides you through theological reflection on key themes of the Old Testament, against the backdrop of life during that time in history. Learning points are discussed in the context of today’s Christian ministry and mission environments, to see how they apply.

You will learn about different approaches to Old Testament theology, including key topics such as:

• Creation

• Election and covenant

• Law

• Sacrifice

• Land

• Eschatology and life after death

• The uniqueness of God

• Mission

• The relationship between the Old and New Testaments.

10 credits/5 ECTS

This module brings together the theology behind the Epistles and Revelation, paying particular attention to Pauline theology. It also covers other New Testament writers, including their letters, in the context of that period.

You will learn about the relevance of this theology in today’s Christian mission and ministry environments.

10 credits/5 ECTS

This module teaches you about the complexities of contemporary migration, and guides you through some appropriate missional responses. It helps you to  understand diaspora communities through theological, biblical, anthropological and missiological reflection.

This prepares you to consider the establishment and development of global Christian diaspora communities and their multicultural churches later in the module.