THEO4003
Theology Honours III
20 Units
Available in 2013
| Callaghan Campus | Semester 1, Semester 2 |
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Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010
This course completes the student's preparation of a thesis proposal. It draws on more generic work and skills completed in THEO4001 and 4002, and focuses on the student's specific research and thesis topic. It extends students' competencies in developing a viable thesis (in terms of logic, ethics, relevance and time feasibility) and in communicating such research findings to different audiences, in different contexts. It also prepares students in the analysis and critical evaluation of theoretical, methodological or technical issues in the field of study, especially providing an advanced intellectual understanding of a range of theories and approaches.
| Objectives | Upon successful completion of these two courses (THEO4003, 4004) of the Honours degree program in Theology, students will be able to demonstrate 1. A detailed knowledge of some of the major texts and thinkers in their field of inquiry; 2. An understanding of major issues and concepts related to their field of writing; 3. An appreciation of the diversity of theoretical, methodological or technical approaches in their field; 4. A contextualised understanding of advanced approaches to theological studies; 5. An appreciation of the complex philosophies and ideologies which inform current practice in the disciplines of theology; 6. The scholarly skills and self-confidence necessary to conceptualise, research and compose a substantive piece of theological research 7. The ability to produce a focussed research thesis and oral report at Honours level; 8. Written and oral communications skills appropriate for a professional scholarly environment. |
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| Content | Supervision of students in - Structuring a thesis text to communicate logically the outcomes of a student's research project - Developing logical and coherent arguments and conclusions within a text that are adequately supported by appropriate evidence - Use of techniques involving selection of multiple drafting, editing and use of appropriate analytical language to communicate findings to an academic audience - Engagement in processes of relating specific findings to the overall concerns of theology studies research - Encouragement and support of students to achieve a high level of analytical competence and strongest opportunity to pursue further research and study. |
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| Replacing Course(s) | NA | ||||
| Transition | NA | ||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||
| Assumed Knowledge | THEO4001 and THEO4002 | ||||
| Modes of Delivery | Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning | ||||
| Teaching Methods | Individual Supervision
Self Directed Learning |
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| Contact Hours | Self Directed Learning: for 18 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Individual Supervision: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |
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| Timetables | 2013 Course Timetables for THEO4003 |