This module aims to give students the opportunity to acquire knowledge and practice skills which will help them to interpret and communicate the Bible more effectively.This module will introduce the students first to the various major literary genres of the Old and New Testament and associated interpretive issues and then to the various factors which impact and facilitate effective communication of biblical interpretation. The remainder of the module will be devoted to the presentation and critique of student biblical interpretation and communication.

This module explores biblical and historical patterns of Discipleship with a view to identifying how they inform contemporary expressions of discipleship. After initial rooting of discipleship in a biblical and historical framework the student will then explore the significance of this in relational terms. The relational contexts are to God, other people and to the world in which we live. Themes addressed include spirituality, vocation, decision-making, change,   suffering, sexuality, self-esteem and stewardship. Each week a theme will be considered from the perspective of biblical and theological foundations as well as practical application. Opportunity will be given to share insights through group discussions.

The aim of this module is to explore the theological ideas that unite and divide the diverse expressions of contemporary Christianity. This module will explain how theological systems develop both theoretically and historically. It will consider the concept of 'orthodoxy' in early Christianity and the limited number of beliefs that all Christians share. It will consider the shape of several specific contemporary expressions of Christianity and enter into critical dialogue with them, questioning and evaluating their use of sources and their construction of systems. It will model certain procedures for constructing theological ideas and systems.

New testament modules available include Jesus and the Gospels, Paul's Life and Letters, General Epistles and Revelation. Modules are usually offered on a rotational basis - please contact us for an up to date timetable of exactly what is currently available