Details for Faith and Purpose

Discover the foundations of the Christian faith and how it relates to your vocation. In this subject, students will explore the Christian story from Scripture and express basic ideas of their own faith. Students will discover how faith is important for personal spirituality and vocation.

This subject will commence in 2023.

Quick Info

Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
Course code: ACA101
Credit points: 10

Awards offering Faith and Purpose

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

Unit Content

Outcomes

Describe the primary beliefs of the Christian faith
Discuss a key topic within the Christian belief system using relevant research
Demonstrate skills in thinking critically and creatively
Explain why personal faith is important
Express ways in which the student’s faith can be outworked in their chosen vocation
Critically reflect on student’s own faith journey

Subject Content

Introduction to Faith and Purpose
Critical thinking skills (+ tutorial in essay writing)
Exploring the Christian Story
God and Creation
Reflecting God’s Image
Humanity, Culture and Society
Redemption and Salvation
Vocation and its Purpose
Faith and Vocation – part 1 (lectures customised by each School)
Faith and Vocation – part 2 (lectures customised by each School)
Holy Spirit, Leadership and Gifting
Spirituality, Wellbeing and Flourishing
Conclusion: Mission, Hope, and Calling

This course may be offered in the following formats

Face-to-face (on campus)
Online (e-Learning)
Intensive
Extensive
LOTE (Korean, Finnish, Spanish)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

Part A: Major Essay Outline and Introduction (15%)
Part B: Major Essay (35%)
Multi-media Presentation (25%)
Critical Reflection Paper (25%)

Prescribed Text

Primary readings provided