Credit points
40
Minor available at
- Brisbane
- Melbourne
- Strathfield
Additional information
A minor in Theological Studies helps to cultivate an adult faith and deeper spirituality. Theology gives new enthusiasm, fresh insight and deeper understanding to the gift of faith, and greater depth to spiritual experience. Key themes in Theological Studies include the person and work of Jesus Christ; the Word of God in the Scriptures; the sacraments and the Church’s liturgy; and the values, practices, responsibilities and traditions of a Christian way of life. It relates faith, spirituality and scholarship to a concern for human flourishing, the common good, the dignity of the human person, and stewardship of the environment and all creation.
Various theological approaches will be considered in the light of contemporary worldviews and interfaith dialogue. Students can examine the theme of social justice and its importance in the mission and teaching of Jesus, a study that assists students in thinking critically about the world around them.
Admission requirements
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2023 Admission.
Completion requirements
A student must complete 40 cp of the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:
- 20 cp from 100-level units (Part A);
- 20 cp from 200- and/or 300-level units (Part B).
Part A : 100-level Units
Complete exactly 20 credit points from the following:
Code | Title | Credit Points | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
THBS100 | Introduction to the Bible | 10 | |
THCT100 | What Christians Believe | 10 |
Part B : 200- and 300-level Units
Complete exactly 20 credit points from the following:
Code | Title | Credit Points | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
THBS205 | Narratives of Ancient Israel | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THBS209 | New Testament Letters | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THBS210 | The Canonical Gospels | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THBS211 | Psalms and Old Testament Wisdom Literature | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THBS212 | Jewish Society and Literature (516 BCE to 200 CE) | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THBS220 | Critical Approaches to the Bible: Interpretation and Exegesis | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THCT202 | Christian Symbol, Ritual and Sacrament | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT212 | Jesus the Christ | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT213 | The Triune God | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT215 | Defining Moments in Church History | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT220 | Theological Thinking and Methods | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCP224 | Marriage and Family: Catholic Faith and Practice | 10 | Christian Practice |
THCP225 | Mission of the Church | 10 | Christian Practice |
THBS302 | Johannine Literature | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THBS303 | Biblical Prophets | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THBS304 | Archaeology and the Bible | 10 | Biblical Studies |
THCT307 | Church: Its Nature and Mission | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT308 | Contemporary Issues in Moral Theology | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT309 | The Spirit in Word and Life | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT310 | Australian Catholics: History and Identity | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT311 | The Christian Vision of Being Human | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT312 | Ecumenism: the Quest for Christian Unity | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT313 | Patristics: the Early Church Fathers | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCT316 | Introduction to Moral Theology | 10 | Christian Thought |
THCP301 | Canon Law of the Church | 10 | Christian Practice |
THCP304 | Christian Community Engagement | 10 | Christian Practice |
THCP305 | Contemporary Approaches to Pastoral Practice | 20 | Christian Practice |
THCP306 | Theology, Immersion and Service-Learning | 10 | Christian Practice |
THEL300 | Theology Special Study 1 | 10 | Can be undertaking under any of the discipline areas listed above. |
THEL301 | Theology Special Study 2 | 10 | |
THEL302 | Theology Special Study 3 | 10 | |
THEL303 | Theology Special Study 4 | 10 | |
THEL214 | Cults, Gods and Religion in Ancient Rome | 10 | |
THEL215 | All Roads Lead to: Mapping Laudato Si' and UN Sustainable Development Goals | 10 |