NT Modules 1-5 (12 ec)

The student:

1.      has advanced knowledge of and insight into concepts, theories, methods and paradigms within one of the theological disciplines and is capable of critical reflection on this;

2.      can autonomously integrate knowledge and insights into the Reformed tradition and, from personal conviction, contribute to the evaluation and development of that tradition;

3.      can independently conduct methodical research within one of the fields of Reformed Theology;

4.      can connect the research in the selected sub-discipline to the broader field of theological science;

5.      can collaborate with other scholars and integrate and apply relevant insights from non-theological academic disciplines to the field of theology;

6.      can apply his or her theological knowledge and insights to contribute to the formation of academic judgment and problem-solving regarding complex ecclesiastical and social issues;

7.      can report the research effectively to peers and the broader public in a well-structured thesis;

8.      possesses a self-critical, transparent and serving attitude when conducting research and in presenting the results to peers as well as to the broader public;

9.      can direct academic theological knowledge and skills towards assuming responsibilities in the Christian, ecclesiastical and public domain.

Students write a thesis. Two weeks after starting, an outline is turned in and discussed. Students then proceed independently. The process is guided by the supervisor through meetings where progress is reported. The graduation phase concludes with a presentation of the research

Process guidance; Study of literature; Research; Discussions

Contact hours: 15u
Self-study: 489u (reading and writing)

Written thesis; Presentation