Program Overview

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Major: Theological Studies

Theological Studies is a major that helps 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.

Credit Points

• The major consists of 80 credit points.

Availability

• The major is available at the following campuses:
  • Brisbane
  • Melbourne
  • Strathfield

Additional Information

Theological Studies relate 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 2024 Admission.

Completion Requirements

A student must complete 80 cp of the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:

1. 20 cp from 100-level units (Part A);
2. 40 cp from 200-level units (Part B);
3. 20 cp from 300-level units (Part C).

*Students in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary), Bachelor of Education (Primary and Secondary), and Bachelor of Education (Secondary and Special Education) must complete 60 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of no more than 2 units at 100-level and at least 2 units at 300-level.

Schedule of Unit Offerings

Part A: 100-level Units

Complete exactly 20 credit points from the following:

• THBS100 Introduction to the Bible (10 CP)
• THCT100 What Christians Believe (10 CP)

Part B: 200- and/or 300-level Units

Complete exactly 40 credit points from the following:

Biblical Studies

• THBS205 Narratives of Ancient Israel (10 CP)
• THBS209 New Testament Letters (10 CP)
• THBS210 The Canonical Gospels (10 CP)
• THBS211 Psalms and Old Testament Wisdom Literature (10 CP)
• THBS212 Jewish Society and Literature (516 BCE to 200 CE) (10 CP)
• THBS220 Critical Approaches to the Bible: Interpretation and Exegesis (10 CP)

Christian Thought

• THCT202 Christian Symbol, Ritual and Sacrament (10 CP)
• THCT212 Jesus the Christ (10 CP)
• THCT213 The Triune God (10 CP)
• THCT215 Defining Moments in Church History (10 CP)
• THCT220 Theological Thinking and Methods (10 CP)

Christian Practice

• THCP222 Mission of the Church (10 CP)
• THCP224 Marriage and Family: Catholic Faith and Practice (10 CP)
• THCP225 Mission of the Church (10 CP)

Other

• THEL214 Cults, Gods and Religion in Ancient Rome (10 CP)
• THEL215 All Roads Lead to: Mapping Laudato Si' and UN Sustainable Development Goals (10 CP)

Part C: 300-level Units

Complete exactly 20 credit points from the following:

Biblical Studies

• THBS302 Johannine Literature (10 CP)
• THBS303 Biblical Prophets (10 CP)
• THBS304 Archaeology and the Bible (10 CP)

Christian Thought

• THCT307 Church: Its Nature and Mission (10 CP)
• THCT308 Contemporary Issues in Moral Theology (10 CP)
• THCT309 The Spirit in Word and Life (10 CP)
• THCT310 Australian Catholics: History and Identity (10 CP)
• THCT311 The Christian Vision of Being Human (10 CP)
• THCT312 Ecumenism: the Quest for Christian Unity (10 CP)
• THCT313 Patristics: the Early Church Fathers (10 CP)
• THCT316 Introduction to Moral Theology (10 CP)

Christian Practice

• THCP301 Canon Law of the Church (10 CP)
• THCP304 Christian Community Engagement (10 CP)
• THCP305 Contemporary Approaches to Pastoral Practice (20 CP)
• THCP306 Theology, Immersion and Service-Learning (10 CP)

Other

• THEL300 Theology Special Study 1 (10 CP)
• THEL301 Theology Special Study 2 (10 CP)
• THEL302 Theology Special Study 3 (10 CP)
• THEL303 Theology Special Study 4 (10 CP)

Seek advice from the Course Coordinator for other available Theology units.