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2007-2008
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ASC (Australia Studies Centre)
ASC 210 The Creative Christian (3)
This course is a required component of
the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley Institute,
a College of the Arts and Theology in Sydney, Australia. This course is part of a
series of five that explore integrative issues for the Christian artist. The
Creative Christian lays a foundation for thinking and acting creatively in the
context of and from the basis of Christian theology. It is presented through
lectures, class discussion, guided reading, class presentations and written reflection.
In this course, students will have opportunity to converse with others about their art
and its theological undergirdings and orientation and to demonstrate an awareness of
the problems for Christian practitioners of the arts and ministry in dealing with
concepts of creativity, imagination, the mind and the senses. It is the intent
that students be able to reflect on their own growth as theologian and artist.
Part of the assessment of this course will involve a group presentation of a piece or
work concerning a topic of theological interest to the small group. It may be presented
in any suitable form, such as debate, drama, quiz show, mock wedding, expert panel,
current affairs program, musical composition. Enrolment is limited to students admitted
to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program.
ASC 211 The Christian Artist in Culture (3)
This course provides a framework
for Christian thinking about culture and the arts. It considers the Biblical injunction
toward cultural involvement and tackles the question of how Christians can relate
human culture to their faith. It explores the contribution of the arts to contemporary
culture and enables students to reach for an integration of their faith and their
art form in the context of cultural communication. It offers an interpretation of
various aspects of popular culture from a Biblically informed perspective. It assists
students to become actively involved in popular culture as leaders as well as
participants. This course is presented through lectures, guided reading and discussions.
Enrolment is limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre
study abroad program at Wesley Institute in Sydney, Australia.
ASC 212 The Christian Leader (3)
This course continues the exploration of
integrative issues for the Christian artist. The Christian Leader develops a framework
for ethical thinking and leadership. It seeks to establish perspectives on Christian thought
in relation to ethics and values, and also gives students an understanding of
leadership in the arts. This course is presented through lectures, guided reading, class
discussion, student presentations and case studies. Enrolment is limited to students
admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley
Institute in Sydney, Australia.
ASC 213 The Christian Artists in the Community (3)
This course provides the
framework for Christian involvement in local community. It considers the theological
foundation for Community and the various kinds of community - Christian and Secular.
This course expands upon the previous subjects looking in more depth at popular culture
and offering possibilities of evangelism through the student's individual art form.
Students are encouraged to look outside the Christian community and will be given a basis
on which to enlarge their visions of impact in the community. It encourages students and
assists them with motivation and strategies to become actively involved in local
communities as leaders as well as participants. The course is presented through lectures,
workshops, hypotheticals and student presentations. Enrolment is limited to students
admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley
Institute in Sydney, Australia.
ASC 310 Seminar In Australian History, Culture and Society (3)
This course is
a required component of the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program
at Wesley Institute, a College of the Arts and Theology in Sydney, Australia. Wesley
Institute, as a multicultural institution, sees the examination of Australia's history,
culture and sociological developments as an important study that leads to an appreciation
of the uniqueness of Australia and its place in the Oceania region. The structure of
Australian government and its legal system are presented, and foreign policies examined,
together with domestic policies and their effect on business and education. The course
also seeks to acquaint students with the enormous varieties of peoples and cultures in
this region, with field trips to local churches giving students a feel for the various
immigrant cultures. And, finally, the course acquaints students with the visual arts,
music, literature, drama and dance forms of the region. Field trips: Parliament House
Canberra, Outback, Aboriginal sites, Caving, sheep shearing, local churches, art gallery,
National Aboriginal and Islander Skills Development Association, Wesley Mission's
works among the marginalised. Colloquia: Several sessions examining the core Christian
doctrines and their expression in Australian society. Enrolment is limited to students
admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program.
[similar to CCU's GLS 38X Exploring World Cultures courses]
ASC 497 Special Topics (1-3)
Guided individual or group investigation and
discussion of a selected topic. Graded; may be repeated for credit. Enrolment is
limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad
program at Wesley Institute in Sydney, Australia.
Additional ASC coursework
Additional undergraduate courses are included in the Australia Studies Centre semester. Students may select from courses in the Wesley Institute's School of Theology (which includes Biblical Studies and Theology), School of Music, School of Drama, School of Dance, and School of Design (which includes drawing, design, photography, and multimedia). Courses will be transcripted at CCU based on the most equivalent academic level (100, 200, 300, or 400 level requirements) for each course at the discretion of CCU's Registrar and appropriate faculty. Course availability will vary. Pre-requisites may apply. Students with advanced skill or knowledge in the field may be placed into more advanced courses at the discretion of the Wesley Institute faculty and ASC program staff. Enrolment is limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley Institute in Sydney, Australia.
