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Turning Points: An Introduction to the History of Christianity in England

Key information

  • Module code:

    4AAT1021

  • Level:

    4

  • Semester:

      Spring

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

The module is an introduction to the History of Christianity in England since the 16th century. It seeks to lay a foundation for the later study of the History of Christianity by providing basic information about core theological ideas and how they relate to ecclesiastical structures, practices and personnel, while also informing students about methods of historical analysis and standards of argumentation. Although the focus is necessarily upon change, some attention is given to continuities. Debate amongst historians is brought to the forefront whenever possible.

Sample topics

  • Introduction: The Pre-Reformation Church and Popular Piety
  • The Break with Rome
  • The Creation of a Protestant Identity
  • The Rise of Arminianism
  • England’s Wars of Religion?
  • The Restoration Church
  • Toleration, Moderation and their Opponents
  • The Evangelical Revival
  • The Globalization of British Christianity
  • The Twentieth Century: Secularization and Dechristianization

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Assessment details

One 90 minute exam

Department

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