Level One

Module Descriptors

Module Descriptors - Level I

To complete Level I, all the following Modules need to be successfully undertaken. The one exception is the choice between Modules 113 and 114.

Module 111: New Testament I

This module introduces students to the social world of the New Testament era, and engages with some specific texts: the Synoptic Gospels and Romans.  Group work is used to make links with practical Christian ministry.

Module 112: Old Testament I

This module looks at one Old Testament book as a starting point to introduce the student to the different disciplines of Old Testament studies. It then gives an overview of the history of Israel in the light of covenant, Deuteronomic, theology.

Module 114: Biblical Tools IB

This module offers the opportunity for students to develop basic, exegetical skills in a practical workshop environment. It includes a basic introduction to New Testament Greek and the particular application of exegetical principles in a study of Philippians.

Module 115: Hermeneutics

This module introduces students to the history of biblical interpretation and to the basic techniques of general Hermeneutics and genre analysis. A brief history of biblical interpretation; a consideration of some major principles of general hermeneutics, especially the use and abuse of word studies; genre analysis, exploring OT and NT narrative, law, poetry, wisdom, prophecy, OT and NT apocalyptic, epistles; the relationship between the testaments.

Module 121: Christian Doctrine I

This module offers an introduction to the question of the possibility of knowing God, and is intended to be a basic introduction to Christian doctrines and beliefs. Including discussion of theological method, and consideration of the doctrines of Scripture, doctrines of God, Christ and the Holy Spirit.

Module 122: Patterns of Religion

This module gives students a context for their other studies by providing an understanding of the historical developments of Christianity, and by introducing the variety of religions and considering in particular how British Christians exist in a multi-cultural, multi-religious society.

Module 132: Church and Community

This module introduces students to the theology and practice of the church’s mission and especially to the concepts, language and principles of community involvement.

Module 151: Effective Christian Communication and Service

This double module allows students to practice basic communication theories and develop core competences for everyday life and formal settings (lectures, presentations and sermons). Students develop their basic knowledge, skills and attitudes to begin to apply theory to practice in a local church or organization, aided by experienced field supervisors and personal tutors.