This is an entrance-level course introducing students to biblical literature and interpretation. Creation to Apocalypse leads students on a whirlwind tour through the whole of the Bible, with particular attention to the stories that have played prominent roles in art, literature, politics, music, and popular culture.

Lectures: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 9am; weekly one hour seminars (choice of times).

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The standard assessments for this course are:

■ Coursework: one 1500 word essay - 50%

■ Examination: one 90 minute exam - 50%

If required, for instance where a disability prevents a student from undertaking a specific method of assessment, the following alternatives are available:

■ There is no alternative to the coursework, but flexible deadlines can be offered as reasonable adjustments (students should follow the usual process for extensions)

■ There is no alternative to the examination, but extra time can be offered as reasonable adjustments (students should follow the usual process for extensions)

Further reasonable adjustments may be provided where necessary. Students are encouraged to consult with the course convenor.

This course will provide students with the opportunity to:

■ explore the main themes and texts of the Old and New Testaments

■ identify the basic chronologies and contexts behind these texts

■ discuss the basic critical issues and concepts involved in interpreting biblical texts.

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ identify the main themes and texts of the Old and New Testaments

■ fit these themes and texts into basic chronologies and contexts

■ carry out their own research in relation to simple focussed tasks

■ assess and present information related to specific discussion tasks.