The Theology of Paul (Level 3)
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| THEO3014 | Philosophy | 3 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- THEO3014
- School
- Philosophy
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module will concentrate on the Theology of Paul as found in the seven letters which are generally considered to be genuine. Central themes such as reconciliation, justification, grace, faith, baptism, ecclesiology and eschatology will be explored.
Target Students
Available to all Level 3 students including subsidiary, Liberal Arts, and exchange students
Classes
- One 1-hour lecture each week for 10 weeks
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 10 weeks
Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takes place in some weeks of a Semester.
Assessment
- 50% Coursework 1: A thematic essay of 2500 words (max)
- 50% Coursework 2: An exegetical/theological essay of 2500 words (max)
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to provide teaching which enables students to have a grasp of the main aspects of Pauline theology. The module aims to encourage those who have Greek to use it in the study of the epistles of Paul.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students should have:
- An understanding of the main aspects of Pauline theology.
- They should also have a good and detailed knowledge of the contents of Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Philippians, 1 Thessalonians, and Philemon together with a limited knowledge of the other six letters in the Pauline corpus.
- In addition, students should have an appreciation of the wider implications Paul may have for Christian theology.
Conveners
Last updated 07/01/2025.