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Course Details for Post-Graduate Diploma in Theology

Henderson campus

Semester 1, 2019

R127.830 Hebrew Poetry and the Human Condition

Dr Yael Klangwisan | 5 & 19 Mar 2019 / 2 & 30 Apr 2019 / 14 & 28 May 2019 / 11 & 25 Jun 2019, 6 - 9 pm (Boardroom)

This course takes a literary approach to Hebrew Poetry in the Bible. The stylistics and forms of Hebrew Poetry are engaged as well as close reading and exegesis of exemplar texts. The relation between poetics and creative expression in light of the human condition is reflected upon. The subsequent life of Hebrew Poetry in Judeo-Christian tradition and in western literature is also considered.

R223.830 Theology and Media

Dr Stephen Garner | 11-15 Mar 2019, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, 13-16 May 2019, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, 17-18 May 2019 (LR9)

This course critically examines key areas of religious communication including the coverage of religion be mass media, how religious communities interact with the media, and how mass media shape perceptions of religion. Particular emphasis will be placed upon the interaction between Christianity and media in both local and global contexts.

R351.830 Postgraduate Research and Writing

Dr Greg Liston | 25-28 Feb 2019 / 20-22 Mar 2019, 9 am - 5 pm (LR9)

Postgraduate Research and Writing introduces you to the wonder and joy of research. It is a course designed to inspire students with the vast breadth of cutting edge investigations that are being done by the lecturers at Laidlaw, and then to teach them how to research themselves by partnering with one of these lecturers. Students will develop and hone the skills of research and writing by designing and implementing a short research project in their own area of interest.

R361.830 Research Paper

Dependent on supervisor availability. This course offers a student a supervised research essay on an approved topic in an aspect of Theology and/or related discipline. Students can apply to the Head of Theology for enrolment in this course upon the successful completion of R351.830 Postgraduate Research and Writing.

R540.830 Foundations in Vocational Theology

Dr Roshan Allpress (Boardroom)

This course invites practitioners from a diverse range of vocations to critically reflect on the integration of faith and vocational practice. Engaging with theologically integrative frameworks, approaches and practices students are offered opportunities to reflect on their own vocational practices in relation to God and the world, to address key questions pertinent to their own vocation, and so faithfully enhance their own professional well-being and engagement.

This timetable is correct at the time of publication; however the College reserves the right to cancel courses, or alter lecture times should circumstances arise. Up to date information is available at any time by contacting the College.