THL555 Theology Honours Project/Dissertation (32)
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This is a research subject in which the student writes a dissertation on a topic approved by an appointed supervisor, showing awareness of scholarly debate and involving critical analysis of relevant materials in one of the following specialist theological fields: Biblical Studies; Systematic Theology; Church History, or Practical Theology. The dissertation should demonstrate the student's capacity to assemble material, argue a case at an advanced level, and demonstrate critical thinking and interpretive judgement in developing new understanding in the field of theology. The dissertation is written over two sessions and is to be a minimum of 15,000 and a maximum of 20,000 words in length. |
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| Session 1 | | Online | Canberra Campus | | Online | United Theological College | | On Campus | Canberra Campus | | On Campus | United Theological College | Session 2 | | Online | Canberra Campus | | Online | United Theological College | | On Campus | Canberra Campus | | On Campus | United Theological College |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: THL555
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| Two sessions | HONS | School of Theology |
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Enrolment restrictions|
Bachelor of Theology (Honours) |
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| Incompatible subject(s) | Related subject(s) |
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| THL415 | THL415 Paired Subject
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an advanced critical understanding of a specialist theological field
- be able to develop an appropriate bibliography
- be able to plan and execute a substantial scholarly research project with clarity and independence
- be able to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas in their chosen area of research
- be able to demonstrate critical thinking and interpretive judgement in developing new understanding in their field of study
- be able to demonstrate advanced competence in methods of theological research.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Having selected the topic, students will be guided by the supervisor.
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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
