BS1D01 Biblical Theology

The unit contributes to the Diploma of Biblical Theology course by introducing the structure of biblical revelation that will form the framework for biblical interpretation in the course. It focuses on the unfolding self-revelation of God in human history, as revealed in the biblical literature. It will assist in the development of the graduate’s understanding of God's work in this world, through a greater appreciation of how God has revealed himself culminating in the Lord Jesus Christ. The purpose of this unit is to acquaint students with the method and content of biblical theology, and its application to Christian ministry.

BS2D05 Paul and His Letters

The unit introduces the student to the letters of Paul as individual books and as a collection. It helps the student gain an orientation to the individual letters and to repeated themes throughout the collection. The unit also orientates the student to the apostle’s life and how the letters fit into the different missionary journeys presented in the book of Acts. Students will develop their competence as readers of Paul’s letters, and be able to show how these letters deepen our understanding of God and the gospel as how they call us to live the Christian life.

CT1D01 Church History

The unit explores the origins and development of the orthodox and catholic tradition through historical study of the early church (70-451AD) and briefly surveys Christian developments through the middle ages. It traces the history of Christianity beyond the period studied in New Testament 1. It will assist the graduate in, developing an appreciation of primary sources, knowledge of the key developments of the period, capacity for historical research, and a greater self-understanding within the Catholic tradition. The purpose of this unit is to enable students to engage with the orthodox, catholic tradition in an informed and self-critical manner, evaluating against the norm of biblical revelation.