BA Theology

Comments about BA Theology - At the institution - Nottingham - Nottinghamshire

• Objectives
  Through this course you will gain a grounding in the sources and contemporary context for theological reflection by studying the biblical writings with a particular emphasis on the Pentateuch, the Prophets, the person of Jesus and the teachings of Paul; studying key thinkers, ideas, events and movements that shaped the course of Western Christian thought; and studying other religious traditions, as well as philosophical questions about religion, and relations between religious traditions.
• Entry requirements
  Required subjects: none, but general studies in not accepted IB score: 32
• Academic title
  BA Theology
• Course description
  BA Theology
  
  Programme
  
  Year one
  
  You will learn about the critical study of the Bible, the historical development of Christian thought, modern Christian ideas, and the Islamic tradition.
  
  Year two
  
  You will explore in more depth a choice of areas including Jesus, Paul, Old Testament, philosophy of religion, political theology, literature and religion, and other religious traditions such as Hinduism.
  
  Year three
  
  In the final year, there is a wide range of choices and you can concentrate on biblical studies, theological ideas, philosophical approaches, or on religious studies. Examples of modules include: Interpreting Old Testament texts, Determinism and Free Will, Gospel and Epistles of John, Religious Diversity, Faith and Reason, English Reformation, Christian-Muslim Relations, Religion and Fantasy, and Gift and Sacrifice.