Course Description
Course Name
Faith in Fiction: Exploring Theology through Literature
Session: VLNF3423
Hours & Credits
20 UK Credits
Prerequisites & Language Level
Taught In English
- There is no language prerequisite for courses at this language level.
Overview
Assessment: portfolio (1500 words): [50%], essay (2500 words) [50%]
This module invites students to explore theological themes of meaning, faith and human existence in selected works of fiction. It encourages students to recognise how the study of theology can enrich their appreciation of literature, while also identifying ways in which novels and other literary texts offer a potent medium in which to explore, interpret and challenge theological ideas.
This module invites students to explore theological themes of meaning, faith and human existence in selected works of fiction. It encourages students to recognise how the study of theology can enrich their appreciation of literature, while also identifying ways in which novels and other literary texts offer a potent medium in which to explore, interpret and challenge theological ideas.
*Course content subject to change