2018-19 Summer School Online units available

• Introductory Preaching (Blended Delivery) (PC247/447/647i) - with 3 day January intensive

  Unit Codes: PC247/447/647i
  Delivery: Blended Delivery Summer Unit 
  Dates: 26 November 2018 – 8 February 2019 with intensive days and final assessment due in April
  Compulsory Intensive Dates: (16,17,18 January 2019)

  This unit introduces students to various theological and pastoral issues in preaching. It will help students develop basic techniques in exegesis and exposition, and equip them with the skills necessary to begin a preaching ministry.

  Blended delivery includes 2 online modules to be compleded before the intensive, 4 online modules to be completed either before or after the intensive and 3 days on-campus intensive sessions. After the intensive days students will be required to write and deliver two sermons (by April 15th 2019) as the main assessment component for this unit. As this is a field-work unit, you will ideally need to preach these in a congregational or Youth Group setting. In special circumstances the lecturer may be able to approve other delivery arrangements, such as in a home Bible Study group.  

  Enrolment Due Date: 1 January 2019
  Admin Date: 17 January 2019
  Census Date: 14 January 2019
  Withdrawal Date: 19 April 2019

• Jesus & the Gospels (NT201/301/501DS)

  Unit Codes: NT201DS / NT301DS / NT501DS
  Delivery: Summer School Online
  Dates: 26 November 2018 – 8 February 2019 (10 weeks)

  This is one of two foundational units that form the basis for all further study of the New Testament. Its primary focus is helping students to gain a clear understanding of the ministry of Jesus and of the contents, themes and character of the various canonical Gospel traditions.

  Census Date: 17 December 2018

• Foundational Christian Beliefs (TH305/505DS)

  Unit Codes: TH305DS/TH505DS
  Delivery: Summer School Online
  Dates: 27 November 2017 – 8 February 2018 (10 weeks)

  This unit is designed to provide a single semester overview of theology , for students who require only ONE unit of Theology for their award (eg Grad.Dip.Div.). It covers the central doctrines of Christian faith, following the outline given in the Creeds.

  EXCLUSIONS: Please note this unit cannot be taken by a student who has completed (or is required to complete) any of the TH401-401 or TH601-604 units

  Census Date: 17 December 2018

• Chaplaincy Skills (PC252/452/652DS) - with 2 day January intensive

  Unit Codes: PC252/452/652DS
  Delivery: Summer School Online (with Intensive)
  Dates: 26 November 2018 – 8 February 2019 (10 weeks)
  Compulsory Intensive Dates: 22-23 January 2019

  This unit seeks to introduce students to the basic perspectives and the competencies they will need to work effectively as chaplains. It focuses on chaplaincy skills and practices, especially in the areas of mental health, referrals and holistic care. The emphasis is on what chaplains are expected to know and be able to do in mental health management rather than on the biblical basis and theology of chaplaincy. Students taking this unit will normally have completed a foundation level unit in Pastoral Care. This unit meets the government requirements for Chaplain accreditation.
  This unit requires 20 hours of practical experience as part of the assessment criteria.

  Census Date: 4 January 2019

• Christianity in History from 1550 (CH202/302/502DS)

  Unit Codes: CH202DS / CH302DS / CH502DS
  Delivery: Summer School Online
  Dates: 26 November 2018 – 8 February 2019 (10 weeks)

  In this unit, students examine Christianity in history from the sixteenth to twentieth centuries. This period includes the Reformation in England and Scotland, Puritanism, the Enlightenment, Pietism and Revivals. The unit also examines issues such as the critical and scientific challenges to faith, the church and social change, the globalisation of Christianity, the church in Nazi Germany and Vatican II. It also introduces students to Christianity in Australian history.

  Census Date: 17 December 2018

• Psalter (OT226DS)

  Unit Codes: OT226DS
  Delivery: Summer School Online
  Dates: 26 November 2018 – 8 February 2019 (10 weeks)

  This unit will enable students to engage with the theology of the Psalter and the text of particular Psalms. You will be equipped to exegete and theologically reflect on OT poetic texts by way of a detailed study of specific Psalms.

  Pre/co-requisites: 

  OT202 is strongly recommended as a pre-requisite for students considering enrolling in OT226.

  Census Date: 17 December 2018

• Post-Exilic Prophecy - Zechariah (OT443/643DS)

  Unit Codes: OT443/643DS
  Delivery: Summer School Online
  Dates: 26 November 2018 – 8 February 2019 (10 weeks)

  This unit covers the post-exilic prophets Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi, with a special focus on the book of Zechariah. Students will learn and practice the skills of exegesis, explore the themes of these books, and consider their contemporary application to the church and the world.

  Pre/co-requisites: 

  OT302 (for OT443)

  OT502 (for OT643)

  Census Date: 17 December 2018

• New Testament Greek (LA004bDS)

  Unit Codes: LA004bDS
  Delivery: Summer School Online
  Dates: 26 November 2018 – 8 February 2019 (10 weeks)

  This unit forms the second half of New Testament Greek studies. Students will build on the skills they have learned in LA004a, for translation and grammatical analysis of Greek New Testament texts. They will also explore the grammatical and translation issues that influence exegetical work, and the interplay between translation and interpretation.

  Census Date: 17 December 2018

HOW TO ENROL 

Existing ACT/Morling Students and Cross-Institutional Students:

Complete the normal Enrolment Form (found on Moodle) and return to the Registrar's Department - registrar@morling.edu.au. (Intensives and Summer School Online enrolments can also be included on your semester 1 or 2 Enrolment Form).

When enrolling in a Summer School Online unit, please ensure that you use the letter code ‘S’ at the end of the unit code. For example OT301DS or TH503DS. This will ensure that you are enrolled in the Summer School Online version of the unit.

Cross-Institutional Students: Please ensure you list your sponsoring College in section 3. This is the College you are completing your award with.

New Students

Before enrolling in any Summer School or Intensive units, new students will need to complete the Student Application process. We strongly encourage you to contact us early, to discuss your study options and eligibility. Use one of the forms on this page to apply now, as either a full-time or part-time student.

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