Year
2017
Units
4.5
Contact
1 x 2-hour seminar weekly
Prerequisites
1 Admission into MTHS-Master of Theological Studies
1a Admission into HBTH-Bachelor of Theology (Honours)
Must Satisfy: ((1 or 1a))
1a Admission into HBTH-Bachelor of Theology (Honours)
Must Satisfy: ((1 or 1a))
Enrolment not permitted
THEO9030 has been successfully completed
Topic description
This topic introduces contemporary approaches to research in areas of theology, biblical and ministry studies. It provides students with tools in the identification of a research problem, undertaking a literature review, selecting and evaluating appropriate research methodologies, identifying ethical issues and the formulation of a research proposal. Students will be introduced to the skills, competencies and technical methods required for research within the theological disciplines.
Educational aims
To provide students with a practical understanding of how to undertake a research project.
Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this topic students will be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge of the current approaches and assumptions of research in their selected theological discipline
- evaluate critically research methodologies and identify those appropriate for their proposed project
- review scholarly literature relevant to their field of research criticallydemonstrate familiarity with research methods and protocols.
Key dates and timetable
Timetable details for 2017 are no longer published.
Sturt Rd, Bedford Park
South Australia 5042
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