Undergraduate Course Guide Fremantle 2020

FREMANTLE CAMPUS 56 SCHOOL OF PHILOSOPHY & THEOLOGY Philosophy Bachelor of Philosophy Recommended Year 12 subjects: ATAR English and Philosophy & Ethics Loan Scheme: FEE-HELP When you undertake the Bachelor of Philosophy, you are encouraged to reflect deeply and critically on the fundamental questions that have perplexed man since ancient times. You are challenged to examine your own beliefs, values and approach to living. A study of Philosophy will boost your own critical thinking abilities and deepen your cultural literacy by exploring how philosophical thought has influenced Western culture. Why study this degree While reflecting deeply and critically on fundamental questions, you are challenged to examine your own beliefs, values and the practical implications for living. This three-year Bachelor of Philosophy program covers various areas of philosophical thought, major topics, and thinkers within the discipline. It also includes exploration of the Catholic intellectual tradition. Students studying a degree in Philosophy can undertake a Major or Minor in Theology, History, English Literature, Politics & International Relations, Behavioural Science and Social Justice. Sample courses ›› Aesthetics: Philosophy of Art ›› Cosmology and Philosophy of Science ›› Epistemology: Theory of Knowledge ›› History of Philosophy – Ancient ›› History of Philosophy – Modern ›› Logical and Critical Thinking ›› Metaphysics – Theories of Being and Existence ›› Moral Philosophy ›› Natural Law ›› Philosophy of the Human Person ›› Philosophy of Language ›› Philosophy of Love and Friendship ›› Special Topics in Philosophy ›› Directed Individual Study Career opportunities ›› Education and teaching (upon completion of a graduate-entry teaching qualification) ›› International diplomacy ›› Journalism ›› Script writing Theology Bachelor of Theology Recommended Year 12 subjects: ATAR English and Religion & Life Loan Scheme: FEE-HELP Theology explores important issues such as the nature of God, the kind of God revealed for us in Jesus Christ, the nature of personal identity and of humanity, human origins and destiny, Christian community and God’s presence with us now in the Spirit. The Bachelor of Theology is designed to provide you with grounding in Biblical and Theological Studies and appeals to those who wish to pursue their own spiritual growth or embark on a career in the ministry, teaching or pastoral care. Why study this degree Theology has always held a central place in the life and mission of the Christian community. Its importance derives from the fact that it is through Theology that the Church comes to understand its own faith and explains that faith to others. We believe that education in Theology is indispensable to a person’s development of faith as it is central to the exercise of all ministries, lay and ordained, directed toward the communication and sharing of that faith. Program summary The Bachelor of Theology degree covers five discipline areas: ›› Scripture ›› Church History ›› Systematic Theology ›› Moral Theology ›› Pastoral Theology Sample courses ›› Introduction to Old Testament ›› Introduction to New Testament ›› Faith & Culture - Fundamental Theology ›› Christology ›› Liturgy: Work of God and Work of God’s People ›› Introduction to Christian Spirituality ›› Writings of Paul: Freedom in the Spirit ›› Scripture and Church ›› The Medieval Christian Experience ›› Pastoral Theology Foundations ›› Bioethics Career opportunities ›› Academic teaching ›› Church ministry and agencies ›› International diplomacy ›› Trade missions ›› Catholic and Christian schools ›› Pastoral counselling Theology Diploma of Theology Loan Scheme: FEE-HELP Our Diploma of Theology is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program which provides a basic qualification in Theology. The program has been designed for students with no previous background in theological studies or those who might wish to update their theological knowledge. It will appeal specifically to students who are preparing for a career in ministry or others who are following a personal journey of spiritual discovery and growth. Please Note: Theology is the necessary qualification for those wishing to exercise various ministries within the Christian community and to contribute to the work of the Church. It is also the necessary basis for graduate theological study and research. Double degree Bachelor of Philosophy / Bachelor of Theology Recommended Year 12 subjects: ATAR English and either Religion & Life or Philosophy & Ethics Loan Scheme: FEE-HELP The double degree combines aspects of the Bachelors of Philosophy and Theology over a five year period.