- Unit Code & NameCT9138B God in Christ
- Description
Who is Jesus? This is a question that has been asked for centuries. In this unit, you will be able to explore the complexity around this seemingly simple question and understand how the answer impacts your faith.
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- LevelPostgraduate Elective
- Semester4. Semester 2, 2026
- Delivery ModeOnline
- Date
27 July 2026 - 30 October 2026
Weekly one-hour Zoom tutorials throughout the semester.
We recommend that you allocate 12 hours a week for all study activities.
- Lecturer(s) Reverend Professor Glen O'Brien
- Prerequisites
24 points level 8 in Theology, or equivalent
- Learning Activities
Asynchronous and synchronous online learning
Students will participate in reading, group discussion and class presentation activities. They are encouraged to explore the materials in the learning management system, ARK, and do some pre-reading.
*This unit is offered at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. Students may engage with people across both levels when this unit is delivered.
- Assessments
Assessment 1 - 25%
Assessment 2 - 25%
Assessment 3 - 50%
- Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Articulate and analyse the theological claim that 'God was in Christ reconciling the world to Godself'.
2. Critically respond to the impact of modernity on belief in God and Christ, demonstrating how Christology addresses the problem of divine absence.
3. Assess theological literature on the doctrine of God and Christology.
4. Apply insights from the doctrine of God and Christology to Christian faith and practice.
5. Compare and contrast a culturally diverse range of Christological approaches.
- Text Books
There is no required text for this unit.