General learning outcomes

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
· demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the biblical concepts underlying each of the modules completed;
· address questions and solve problems related to personal and church life and witness by the application of the knowledge and understanding gained in this course;
· find, collate and summarise information on a broad range of topics from a wide range of sources, and analyse and evaluate it in the light of biblical principles;
· apply a knowledge and understanding of the Bible in daily life;
· help others to understand the content of the Bible, including major doctrines and biblical principles of living; and
· exercise self-discipline in study and express knowledge, understanding and suggested applications in a clear, coherent and well reasoned manner.

Summary of specific learning outcomes

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
· use appropriate study methods and express themselves clearly in writing [0001, 0002 and other modules];
· apply biblical principles of Christian living to their own lives and help others to do the same [1101.2 and electives];
· appreciate and describe different styles of Christian worship [1101.2];
· explain the messages of various Old Testament books, describe a number of Old Testament theological themes, recognise different types of writing in the Old Testament, and explain the relevance of the Old Testament for today [1102.2 or 1122.2];
· explain the nature of the New Testament and the different types of writing that it contains, describe the themes and content of various New Testament books and their cultural background, discuss a selected New Testament theme, and apply New Testament principles to daily life [1103.2 or 1122.2]; and
· explain and discuss various topics of relevance in Christian life and service [electives].