Course Learning Outcomes - BTh/ThM Program and Nested Courses
| AdvDipTheol & AdvDBMM (Yr 1) | AssocDTh (Yr 2) | BTh (Yr 3) | ThM (Yr 4) | BTh/ThM – Year 3 Semester 2 (extended AQF 8 outcomes for students progressing to the ThM) | |
Knowledge | CLO1 | A deep and integrated knowledge of the contents and message of the Bible. | A broad theological understanding of the contents and message of the Bible with an emerging knowledge of theological concepts and principles. | A broad and coherent theological understanding of the contents and message of the Bible with a strong foundation in theological concepts and principles. | An advanced and integrated theological understanding of the Bible and recent developments in its study and an emerging knowledge of principles of biblical and theological research. | Specialised knowledge of aspects of the Bible, theology or ministry practice located within a broad and coherent understanding of the Bible and theology. |
Skills | CLO2 | Identifies and explains key Biblical themes and theological positions. | Evaluates interpretations of the Bible and theological concepts. | Consolidates theological knowledge through critical analysis of interpretations of the Bible and theological concepts. | Demonstrates an extensive understanding of theology and ministry practice through critical analysis of complex concepts, issues and situations. | Evaluates and generates complex theological concepts and interpretations of the Bible. |
CLO3 | Applies skills of exegesis, hermeneutics, and cultural analysis in proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ | Applies developed skills of exegesis, hermeneutics, and cultural analysis in proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ | Applies well-developed skills of exegesis, hermeneutics, and cultural analysis in proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ | Applies highly developed skills of exegesis, hermeneutics, and cultural analysis in proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ | Applies well-developed skills of exegesis, hermeneutics, and cultural analysis in proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ | |
CLO4 | Communicates the content and message of the Bible with application to life situations | Communicates with clarity a coherent understanding of the Bible and theological concepts, applied with insight to life situations. | Communicates with clarity a coherent understanding of the Bible and theological concepts, applied with independent thinking to life situations. | Communicates about theological research and scholarship and theories of ministry practice to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. | Communicates theological concepts and theories of biblical interpretation with clarity to a variety of audiences. | |
CLO5 | Formulates solutions to complex problems in ministry contexts | Interprets and formulates solutions to complex problems in ministry contexts | Identifies and critically reflects upon complex problems in ministry contexts and formulates solutions with independence of thought. | Analyses complex problems in ministry contexts and applies theological and ethical frameworks to formulate solutions. | Identifies and critically reflects upon complex problems in ministry contexts and formulates solutions with independence of thought. | |
Application of knowledge & skills | CLO6 | Exercises judgment and initiative with some direction to develop, implement and refine methods of ministry in known and unknown situations. | Exercises judgment and initiative to develop, implement and refine methods of ministry in a range of contexts, both known and unknown. | Exercises judgment and initiative to develop, implement and refine methods of formal ministry in diverse contexts. | Exercises creativity and initiative to develop, implement and refine methods of formal ministry in new contexts. | Exercises a high level of judgment and independence to develop, implement and refine methods of formal ministry in a specialised context. |
CLO7 | Applies knowledge of the Bible and theology with limited direction and in team-based ministries within defined parameters | Applies knowledge of the Bible and theology with personal responsibility for own learning and in team-based ministries within defined parameters | Applies knowledge of the Bible and theology with personal responsibility for learning and practice and in team-based ministries with some accountability for team outcomes | Applies knowledge of the Bible and theology to lead in team- based ministries with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability for team outcomes | Applies knowledge of the Bible and theology in team-based ministries with some accountability for team outcomes. | |
CLO8 | Demonstrates a desire and capacity, through learning, for deepening discipleship in the Christian faith, personal maturity, accountability and service of others | Demonstrates a desire and capacity, through self-directed learning, for deepening discipleship in the Christian faith, personal maturity, accountability and service of others | Demonstrates a desire and capacity, through self-directed learning, for ever-deepening discipleship in the Christian faith, personal maturity, accountability and service of others | Demonstrates a desire and capacity, through self-directed learning, for ever-deepening discipleship in the Christian faith, personal maturity, accountability and service of others | Demonstrates a desire and capacity, through self-directed learning, for ever-deepening discipleship in the Christian faith, personal maturity, accountability and service of others. | |
CLO9 | - | - | - | Applies skills in critical analysis, communication and research to execute a substantial research project or piece of scholarship. | - | |