Last modified: 31 May 2022 13:05
Across two millenia, Christian theology has been advanced by contributions of leading theologians who have reflected upon substantive claims of the Christian faith, developed accounts of their interconnections and meaning, and engaged with the intellectual challenges raised in their era. This course invites students to detailed engagement with the work of John Calvin, one of the most significant and influential theologians from the history of the Christian tradition by way of sustained study of primary texts in the context of lively seminar discussion and debate.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 3 |
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| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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In 2021-2022, the theologian to be considered is John Calvin, one of the most significant and most controversial theologians of the Protestant Reformation. As the leader of the Protestant church in Geneva, he corresponded with scholars around Europe, and his influence was – and continues to be – felt around the world. This course will explore the life, context, and theology of this complex figure, providing an accessible understanding of his perspective, and creating angles for fruitful and critical appropriation of his work. Topics to be explored include the doctrine of Scripture, Christology, the doctrine of justification, and the sacraments.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 30 | |
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| Feedback | Word Count | 1500 | ||
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 10 | |
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 60 | |
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| Feedback | Word Count | 2500 | ||
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There are no assessments for this course.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 100 | |
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| Feedback | Word Count | 4000 | ||
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| Factual | Remember | ILO’s for this course are available in the course guide. |
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