This unit together with DC9002C Canon Law B aims to provide students with an understanding of the role of law in the life of the Catholic Church. Emphasis will be placed on the development of the law of the Church since apostolic times and its relationship with theology. It is also an introduction to and commentary on current canonical legislation as expressed mainly in the 1983 Code of Canon Law and subsequent legislation, including local legislation. Particular attention will be paid to the basic principles of the interpretation of the law and its pastoral application in selected areas, including legislation concerning governance and relevant areas relating to the exercise of various forms of pastoral ministry.
Unit code: DC9001C
Unit status: Approved (Major revision)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Canon Law
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Catholic Theological College
Show when this unit is running1. | Demonstrate an understanding of the role of law in relation to the dogmatic, moral and pastoral theology of the Church. |
2. | Demonstrate a critical understanding of the basic principles of the interpretation of the law and an ability to apply them in concrete pastoral situations. |
3. | Show evidence of a working knowledge of the general structure and content of the 1983 Code of Canon Law and an awareness of other current legislation, in particular local legislation. |
4. | Critically evaluate the relevance, importance and binding force of specific legislative documents. |
5. | Exhibit an understanding of the governance structures of the Church on the universal, diocesan and parish levels, and the modes of accountability at each level. |
6. | Undertake a specific research exercise to demonstrate competence in canonical methodology and the ability to apply the law to pastoral situations. |
At least one of CT2121C/3121C; CT2131C/3131C; CT2141C/CT3141C
Lectures, seminars, tutorials
* = set texts recommended for purchase
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Skeleton Argument | 700 | 10.0 | |
Essay | 4000 | 50.0 | |
Case Study | 1000 | 20.0 | |
Oral Examination | 20-minute oral examination |
1500 | 20.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Maggie Kappelhoff on 22 Jul, 2020
Unit record last updated: 2021-06-07 08:43:51 +1000