Foundation degree in Evangelism - Modules
Please note that these modules are delivered
only at The Wilson Carlile Centre.
1THB51 Foundations in Action
Reflection Learning
Strand: This module contributes to the strand
“Self" within the Foundation Degree in Evangelism, and complements
1THB54, 2THB51 and 2THB54.
Module Description
This module explores the action reflection
process of learning which is used throughout the Foundation Degree
in Evangelism. It enables students to develop an
understanding of the process and method of learning they will use
throughout the award. In this module, students use action
reflection learning to explore the mission context and the
organisational context in which the learning on the rest of the
course will take place.
Assessment:
1. Reflection 2. Skills
Portfolio
1THB52 Foundations in Working with
Others
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Others" within the Foundation Degree in
Evangelism, and complements 1THB55, 2THB52 and 2THB55.
Module Description
This module explores the theology and practice
of working with others. It enables students to explore the themes
of otherness and diversity, within the mission context. Students
develop their own interpersonal skills using theoretical models
drawn from theology, sociology and psychology, relating to people
in a range of situations.
Assessment:
1. Code of Practice plus Rationale 2.
Skills Portfolio
1THB53 Foundations in Contextual
Evangelism
Strand: This module contributes to the strand
“Project Management” within the Foundation Degree in Evangelism,
and complements 1THB56, 2THB53, and 2THB56.
Module Description
This module explores mission and evangelism
within the British context. Through action reflection learning,
students develop knowledge and understanding of the practice of
evangelism in Britain, in relation to key theological ideas and
changes in British culture. Students apply this knowledge to their
own mission context in order to develop appropriate forms of
context-driven evangelism.
Assessment:
1. Research file 2. Strategic plan
and Rationale
1THB54 Christianity as a Pioneering
Faith
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Self" within the Foundation Degree in
Evangelism, and complements 1THB51; 2THB51; 2THB54
Module Description
This module develops students’ knowledge and
understanding of pioneering evangelism. It enables students to
explore ways in which the Church has responded to changing context
through history, making links with key theological and Biblical
ideas. Students will apply this knowledge to their own local and
organisational context in order to explore Christianity as a
pioneering faith.
Assessment:
1. Oral presentation and
file 2. Group discussion and file
1THB55 Contextual Communication
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Others" within the Foundation Degree in
Evangelism, and complements 1THB52, 2THB52 and 2THB55.
Module Description
This module engages students in theological
reflection upon communication. Through action reflection
learning, students explore and apply theological insights to
theoretical and practical skills within the mission context, in
order to develop appropriate forms of context-driven
communication.
Assessment:
1. Skills portfolio
1THB56 Enabling Christian
Community
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Project Management” within the
Foundation Degree in Evangelism, and complements 1THB53, 2THB53,
and 2THB56.
Module Description
This module explores definitions of
Church. It enables students to demonstrate an understanding
of the elements which make a community distinctively Christian,
with reference to key theological perspectives and Biblical
texts. Students apply this knowledge as they identify and
develop skills in enabling Christian community in their own mission
context.
Assessment:
1. Critical essay 2.
Strategic plan and rationale
2THB51 Religion and Faith
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Self" within the Foundation Degree in
Evangelism, and complements 1THB51, 1THB54 and 2THB54.
Module Description
This module engages students in theological
reflection upon the theories and theology of hospitality, with
direct reference to building relationships with other people of
faith. This forms a basis for exploration of understandings
of mission, evangelism and witness. They apply these insights
within the mission context in order to develop appropriate practice
in working with other people of faith.
Assessment:
1. Code of Practice plus Rationale
2. Presentation and file
2THB52 Building
and Facilitating Teams
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Others" within the Foundation Degree in
Evangelism, and complements 1THB52, 1THB55 and 2THB55.
Module Description
This module engages students in theological
reflection on team work. Students use theological resources
to evaluate, apply and develop key skills in facilitating effective
team work in the mission context.
Assessment:
1. Strategic plan plus rationale 2.
Skills portfolio
2THB53 Project Management
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Project Management” within the
Foundation Degree in Evangelism, and complements 1THB53, 1THB56,
and 2THB56.
Module Description
This module engages students in theological
reflection on building and implementing vision. Students use
theological resources to evaluate, apply and develop
entrepreneurial skills within the mission context.
Assessment:
1. Critical essay 2. Skills
Portfolio
2THB54 Independent Learning Unit
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Self" within the Foundation Degree in
Evangelism, and complements 1THB51, 1THB54 and 2THB51.
Module Description
The Independent Learning Unit (ILU) provides
students with an opportunity to develop as independent learners –
planning, negotiating, managing and evaluating significant aspects
of their learning through researching a topic within the field of
Theology and Religious Studies, focused on the study of evangelism
in pioneering contexts. The module aims to make explicit links
between the world of ministry and academic research.
Assessment:
1. Critical essay 2.
Evaluation
2THB55 Change Management
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Others" within the Foundation Degree in
Evangelism, and complements 1THB52, 1THB55 and 2THB52.
Module Description
This module engages students in theological
reflection on change. Drawing on theories of social and
cultural change, students make critical theological assessment and
application of models of change management within the mission
context.
Assessment:
1. Research file
2THB56 Ministry at the
Margins
Strand: This module
contributes to the strand “Project Management” within the
Foundation Degree in Evangelism, and complements 1THB53, 1THB56,
and 2THB53.
Module Description
This module engages students in theological
reflection on marginalisation. Students evaluate the way this
theme is reflected in their professional ministry with the Training
Partner. As part of this, students may identify and negotiate
training in skills in a specialist area particular to their
personal ministerial development.
Assessment:
1. Skills Portfolio 2.
Presentation and file