This two year, part-time course in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. In order to facilitate this, the course includes a range of learning experiences including ministry placements and work based learning.

This four year, part-time course in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. In order to facilitate this, the course includes a range of learning experiences including ministry placements and work based learning.

This six year part-time course in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. In order to facilitate this, the course includes a range of learning experiences including ministry placements and work based learning.

Modules available include the Pentateuch, Prophetic Books, Psalms, Historical Books Modules are usually offered on a rotational basis - please contact us for an up to date timetable of exactly what is currently available.

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.

The aim of this module is to introduce and overview the content, key themes, history and background of the Bible. The module will allow the student to gain a familiarity with the world of Biblical literature and provide a basic understanding of the material that will serve as the foundation for further study. As well as providing an overview of the history of the biblical periods, it will consider the different books in the Bible, and explore the principle beliefs of the Bible about God and humanity.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

This module will enable the student to acquire an introductory knowledge of the nature and practice of pastoral care as part of Christian life and ministry.  Students will explore an understanding of pastoral care as presented in the Bible, the Christian tradition and contemporary sources.  The inclusion of elements of experiential learning will provide an opportunity to reinforce what is learned in formal and student-based learning contexts and to develop skills for pastoral ministry.

This module will explore the relationship between youth ministry and practical theology through understanding the historical context as well as recent developments. Students will learn how to reflect theologically on the cultural, ecclesiological and missional influences on youth ministry. The module will also enable students to evaluate and apply theories developed through the social sciences in relation to adolescent development. The inclusion of practice-based learning will provide a context for students to apply learning and develop skills as reflective practitioners.

The module will provide students with the knowledge, skills, attitude and values to begin to establish effective relationships with families. It will challenge and expand the student's personal and theological understanding of families. It will support students to explore the impact of their own upbringing on their ideas about family. It will provide students with an integrated framework by bringing theology and current best practice research on family ministry together. It will provide students with the opportunity to develop a range of basic skills in communication and family ministry.

This module will explore the relationship between children's ministry and practical theology through understanding the historical context as well as recent developments. Students will learn how to reflect theologically on the cultural, ecclesiological and missional influences on children's ministry. The module will also enable students to evaluate and apply theories developed through the social sciences in relation to child development.

This module will enable the student to acquire an introductory knowledge of the nature and purpose of preaching in Christian ministry contexts. Students will explore differing theologies of preaching, the impact of culture on preaching, the handling of differing biblical literature in sermon-making, the spirituality of preaching and connections between preaching other forms of ministry (such as worship and pastoral care). The inclusion of an element of practical assessment will provide an opportunity to practice what has been learnt and to develop the students' ability to become reflective practitioners.  

This module explores how our Theology, should impact upon our work and ministry.

This module will cover aspects of models and understanding of leadership in Christian ministry through exploration and evaluation of contemporary secular and theological sources. This will develop a student's ability to lead a discussion on a practical question arising from the lectures and recommended reading. Patterns of good research, effective reflection, presentation skills and leadership skills will be developed through lectures, discussion and student-based learning. 

This module explores how culture and the society people live in affects them and their response to the Gospel and also how we actively engage in mission. Students taking this module will have an introduction to anthropology. They will also examine the theory and practice of working in another culture and consider some of the issues involved in relief work, development and urban mission.

The module seeks to provide a historically critical analysis of the emergence of thinking on Christian mission as set out in different traditions of the Christian Church. Students will have an opportunity to analyse the creative elements and weaknesses in different approaches to Christian mission. 

In building an understanding of the relationship between faith and culture in the Western world, this module will cover a sound introductory knowledge of certain philosophical concepts, such as: the relationship between faith and reason in light of modern and post-modern thought; the meaning of religious language; the problem of suffering; the nature of public morality; issues surrounding gender, race and diversity. How these ideas are expressed through the arts, music, literature, film, print and broadcast media, politics, work and leisure will be discussed from the perspective of Christian faith.

The module seeks to provide a historically critical analysis of the teachings of the major religions of the world so as to engage with the religious beliefs and practices in the socio-cultural contexts. Students will have the opportunity to analyse the convergences and divergences within the religions.