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Undergraduate KL Coded Courses - Christian Studies 2014-2015

KL20B3: INTRODUCTION TO PASTORAL CARE

15 credits

Level 2

First Sub Session

We will explore the concept of pastoral care as it can be used within the context of a parish church. The ways of using oneself in the context of a pastoral care visit will be considered. Participants will bring their own pastoral situations to the table to be discussed using verbatim from their own experiences. Each verbatim will include a theological reflection. Issues of imminent death, bereavement, loss, suffering, physical and mental illness, learning disabilities and family issues will be reflected on from a pastoral care perspective. Awareness will be raised about ethical issues that may arise from pastoral care.

KL25B2: INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY

15 credits

Level 2

Second Sub Session

Initially the course will explore the concept of Christian spirituality and how it relates to theology. It will then take a historical look, from the use of Hebrew Bible, through the New Testament and the two millennia which follow, at the ways in which Christians have expressed and practiced their spirituality. This shall involve not only looking at broad movements, but also at specific individuals. At the end of the course exploration shall be made of the contemporary situation, and the broad range of approaches to Christian spirituality which are in practice today.

KL30M1: SPECIAL SUBJECT

30 credits

Level 3

First Sub Session

An intensive study of a specific area in Divinity or Religious Studies, based on primary sources and other relevant material to allow students to pursue a programme of reading and analysis of a subject area with the support, guidance and direction of an academic well-versed in the subject. It may be used to develop themes encountered in previous study, but will also allow wide reading around the subject, which may provide the focus for the dissertation. Precise subjects available will be determined annually by the department, in consultation with available staff and identified student interest.

KL35M1: SPECIAL SUBJECT

30 credits

Level 3

Second Sub Session

An intensive study of a specific area in Divinity or Religious Studies, based on primary sources and other relevant material to allow students to pursue a programme of reading and analysis of a subject area with the support, guidance and direction of an academic well-versed in the subject. It may be used to develop themes encountered in previous study, but will also allow wide reading around the subject, which may provide the focus for the dissertation. Precise subjects available will be determined each half-session by the department, in consultation with available staff and identified student interest.

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