DI5913 Bible, Theology, and the Arts

Academic year

2026 to 2027 Semester 1

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

15

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 11

The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.

Planned timetable

Online Learning

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module coordinator

Dr C M Froehlich

Dr C M Froehlich
This information is given as indicative. Staff involved in a module may change at short notice depending on availability and circumstances.

Module Staff

Dr Caleb Froehlich

This information is given as indicative. Staff involved in a module may change at short notice depending on availability and circumstances.

Module description

The intersection of Bible, theology, and the arts in the contemporary world is a dynamic and rapidly growing field that bridges biblical and theological inquiry with artistic expression. This module explores the ways in which the arts shape and are shaped by biblical and theological thought, drawing on both time-honoured traditions and cutting-edge contemporary forms. Through a blend of recorded lectures, independent study, and feedback-driven assessments, students will critically engage with historical, theoretical, and cultural perspectives on the relationship between Scripture, theology, and the arts. This course invites students to reflect on how artistic engagement can illuminate biblical narratives, theological themes, and contribute to broader cultural conversations, fostering deeper insight and understanding.

Relationship to other modules

Anti-requisites

YOU CANNOT TAKE THIS MODULE IF YOU TAKE DI5925

Assessment pattern

Coursework = 100%

Re-assessment

Coursework = 100%

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

1 live seminar on Microsoft Teams per unit (X4 weeks). Each seminar session will be offered twice on the same day, once in the morning and once in the evening to account for different time zones.

Scheduled learning hours

4

The number of compulsory student:staff contact hours over the period of the module.

Guided independent study hours

286

The number of hours that students are expected to invest in independent study over the period of the module.

Intended learning outcomes

  • demonstrate skills of independent research, reflection, and communication through the completion of written assignments as well as make informed judgments based on selected data
  • refine and develop skills of systematic analysis, interpretation, and inquiry of texts and other resources
  • trace links between concepts and interpretative frameworks belonging to different fields of intellectual concern
  • use web-based resources for effective learning and communication, as well as exhibit personal responsibility and accountability in meeting agreed deadlines and all module assignments
  • demonstrate proven and developing competencies in critically engaging with and articulating how the Bible and theology together shape the arts, and how the arts, in turn, contribute to biblical and theological understanding