Information on Christian Ethics Course Units
E7100 Sources and Principles of Christian Ethics (in 2022 this is replaced with M2000)
Level 5, 15 Credits (use in BTh or Grad Dip Th)
This unit introduces students to theological reflection on the ethical aspects of Christian life and discipleship. Info for 2021 s1.
M2000 Fundamental Moral Theology
Stage 2 of a level 7 award (BDiv or Grad Dip Th) 15 Credits
This course examines the meaning and structure of the Roman Catholic moral tradition. Themes studied include: history and development of moral theology, the Christian conscience and its formation, discipleship and sin, the magisterium and authority, use of Scripture in moral theology, natural law, the role of moral principles and norms in contemporary moral theology.
E7200 Methods in Christian Ethics
Level 6, 15 Credits (use in BTh or Grad Dip Th)
This unit introduces students to the methods and principles of Christian ethical reflection and moral theology. It provides a methodological basis for specialised studies in Christian ethics.
E7345 Justice, Human Life and Society
Level 7, 15 Credits (use in BTh or Grad Dip Th)
This unit examines the ethical issues of human community, sociality and globalisation, with special focus on the requirements of social justice. Info for 2021 s1.
E7346 Marriage, Family and Sexual Ethics
Level 7, 15 Credits (use in BTh or Grad Dip Th)
This unit explores the human, theological and ecclesial understandings of human sexuality, and their implications for personal relationships and Christian marriage
E7350 Christian Anthropology and Biomedical Ethics
Level 7, 15 Credits (use in BTh or Grad Dip Th)
This unit introduces the student to methods and principles of Christian ethical reflection and moral theology. It provides a methodological basis for specialised studies in Christian ethics
