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Theological Studies (AC)
Theological Studies 1020E - Introduction to Theology
An examination of selected themes in the Christian tradition, such as approaches to the Bible, Christian practice, missiology, the formulation of doctrine, the use of philosophy and iconographic expression. These will be considered in relation to Christianity in a variety of historical and cultural contexts, and in its contemporary global setting.
Antirequisite(s): Religious Studies 1027E
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 1.0 course
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Theological Studies 2201F/G - Historical Theology - The Patristic Period
The history of the Christian Church from its origin to the death of Gregory the Great.
Antirequisite(s): Church History 5101A, Religious Studies 2205F/G
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Extra Information: 2 or 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 2202F/G - Historical Theology - The Middle Ages and Reformation
The history of the Christian Church from the late Middle Ages to the close of the Council of Trent.
Antirequisite(s): Church History 5102A
Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2201F/G
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 2203F/G - Biblical Studies - Old Testament Exegesis
Exegetical study of selected passages from the Old Testament, especially Genesis and Exodus. Emphasis will be placed on the composition, structure, historical background and meaning of the passages studied.
Antirequisite(s): Biblical Studies 5104B
Prerequisite(s): The former Theological Studies 2200F/G or permission of instructor
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 2205F/G - Historical Theology - The Modern Period
The history of the Christian church in modern times, from a global perspective.
Antirequisite(s): Church History 5203A/B
Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2201F/G
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Extra Information: 2 or 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 2207F/G - Introduction to Systematic Theology
An introduction to systematic theology, its sources, methods, and authorities. Particular attention will be given to the content of Christian understanding of God, creation and humanity, and to the philosophical context in which these ideas are formulated.
Antirequisite(s): Systematic Theology 5103A
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 2208F/G - Christ, Salvation and Trinity 
A survey of the development of Christian understanding of the person and work of Jesus Christ, and of the Trinitarian theological framework within which it is classically located.
Antirequisite(s): Systematic Theology 5106B, Religious Studies 2154E
Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2207F/G
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Extra Information: 2 or 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 2210F/G - Basic Questions in Philosophical Theology
A study of major traditions in Christian philosophical theology, together with selected themes of contemporary interest and importance.
Antirequisite(s): Philosophical Theology 5102A/B
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Extra Information: 2 or 3 hours, 0.5 course.
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Theological Studies 3200F/G - The Christian Doctrine of God
A study of major writers, works and themes in the Christian doctrine of God. Authors encountered will range from Gregory of Nyssa and Augustine of Hippo through to Thomas Aquinas, Duns Scotus, John Calvin, Friedrich Schleiermacher, Karl Barth, and Thomas Altizer.
Antirequisite(s): Systematic Theology 5227A/B
Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2207F/G, or permission of the instructor
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 3210F/G - Contextual Theology
An exploration of the importance of context in the formulation of theological discourse globally. Attention will be given to such contextual factors as culture, gender, ethnicity, politics and economics, and to the majority voice and perspectives of contemporary non-Western Christianity.
Antirequisite(s): Systematic Theology 5201A/B
Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2207F/G, or permission of the instructor
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 3230F/G - Ecumenism
The history, theology and prospects of the modern ecumenical movement, with particular reference to pivotal events, leading figures, major themes and representative texts. The global context and the question of the practice of ecumenical theology today will also be addressed.
Antirequisite(s): Systematic Theology 5290A/B
Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2207F/G or permission of the instructor
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 3240F/G - Missiology
A study of major texts, issues and movements in modern missiology, with attention to the nature of mission and to historical, contemporary and global models of evangelism, witness and action. Authors such as David Bosch will be studied alongside ecumenical texts and movements such as the anti-slavery and anti-Apartheid struggles.
Antirequisite(s): Systematic Theology 5292A/B
Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2207F/G or permission of the instructor
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
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Theological Studies 3250F/G - Christian Theology in the 19th Century
An historical survey of 19th-century theology, undertaken through a study of representative theologians, philosophers, issues and themes. Topics to be examined include the critique of metaphysics and the development of moralism after Kant, the theology of Schleiermacher, the kenoticism of Thomasius and Gess, and the emergence of Christian socialism.
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Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2207F/G or permission of the instructor
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 3260F/G - Christian Theology in the 20th Century
An historical survey of 20th century theology, undertaken through a study of representative theologians, philosophers, issues and themes. Topics to be examined include the emergence of dialectical theology after WWI, theological responses to Fascism and the Holocaust, the Second Vatican Council, the “death of God” theology, and neo-orthodoxy.
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Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2207F/G or permission of the Instructor
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 3312F/G - Ethics - Critical Investigation of Theological Ethics
An introduction to basic themes in theology and ethics. This course will address themes in current areas of ethical and theological debate.
Antirequisite(s): Theological Ethics 5203A/B, Religious Studies 2238F/G
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Extra Information: 2 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 3313F/G - Major Authors and Texts
Reading course – content to be determined in consultation with the instructor.
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Extra Information: 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 3330F/G - Church Music - Theory and Practice of Church Music
A study from the period of Plainsong through the developments in church music from the sixteenth century to the present. Study will include a survey of hymnody in its relation to the Christian year. Other topics include information relevant to music and its function in the liturgies of the church.
Antirequisite(s): Church Music 5222A/B
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Extra Information: 2 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 3333F/G - Theology, Science and Society
Examining a series of themes and questions arising in the interface between theology and science and addressing the question of what systematic theology, science, and society alike have to gain from more open dialogue between theologians and scientists. Taught collaboratively and in an interdisciplinary fashion.
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Extra Information: 2 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 4400E - Thesis
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Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean of Theology
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Extra Information: 1.0 course
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Theological Studies 4405F/G - Biblical Studies - Further Studies in the Gospels
The Gospel of Matthew.
Antirequisite(s): Biblical Studies 224a/b
Prerequisite(s): The former Theological Studies 2200F/G and 2206F/G.
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Extra Information: 2 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 4410F/G - Spirit, Church and Sacraments
A survey of Christian pneumatology, ecclesiology and sacramental theology. Particular attention will be given to controversial and confessional aspects of historical approaches and to constructive contemporary developments.
Antirequisite(s): Systematic Theology 5210A
Prerequisite(s): Theological Studies 2207F/G
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Extra Information: 2 hours, 0.5 course
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Theological Studies 4412F/G - Theology of the Reformation 
A detailed study of the thought of the leading figures of the European Reformation of the Sixteenth Century and of their theological legacy.
Antirequisite(s): Systematic Theology 5350A/B
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 course in Theological Studies at 2200 level or higher, or permission of the Dean of Theology
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Extra Information: 2 or 3 hours, 0.5 course.
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Theological Studies 4415F/G - Major Authors and Texts
Reading course - content to be determined in consultation with the instructor.
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Prerequisite(s): 1.0 course in Theological Studies at the 2200 level or higher, or permission of the Dean of Theology
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Extra Information: 0.5 course.
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Academic Calendar 2012 AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGES AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGE COURSE INFORMATION Theological Studies (AC)
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