Christianity

Religious & Esoteric Studies · Introductory · Self-paced

An academic introduction to Christianity — its history, beliefs, texts, practices and place in South African society.

What you'll learn

• Understand the scope and key ideas of Christianity
• Recognise the main concepts, terms and methods
• Engage with curated lectures, notes and videos
• Apply your learning through short assignments
• Be ready to study the field in greater depth

Course modules

• Module 1: What is Christianity?
• Module 2: The Life of Jesus
• Module 3: The Bible
• Module 4: Core Beliefs
• Module 5: Worship & Sacraments
• Module 6: Major Traditions
• Module 7: History of the Church
• Module 8: Christian Ethics
• Module 9: Christianity in South Africa
• Module 10: Christianity & Other Faiths
• Module 11: Core Concepts in Depth
• Module 12: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
• Module 13: Tools, Resources & Templates
• Module 14: Standards, Quality & Best Practice
• Module 15: Health, Safety & Ethics
• Module 16: Case Study: A South African Example
• Module 17: Communication & Working with Others
• Module 18: Staying Current & Continuing to Learn
• Module 19: Capstone Project
• Module 20: Review, Assessment & Next Steps

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