S7107 Creativity and Spirituality

Unit code S7107

Unit name Creativity and Spirituality

Unit weighting 9 cp

Prerequisites N/A

Exclusions N/A

Curriculum objective This unit explores the interplay of creativity and spirituality, with specific focus on how engagement with a creative process may also enhance the student’s spiritual practice and self-growth. Students will be introduced to creative and spiritual practices that are informed by contemporary creative frameworks as well as theologically reflect upon these practices. 

Learning outcomes At the end of this unit students will be able to:

1. describe different theories, models and methods of creativity
2. analyse various approaches to integrating creativity and spiritual expression
3. discuss works of creativity in the light of Christian spirituality and theology
4. express their own inner/spiritual life through the use of creative expression
5. develop and adapt creative practices to cultivate their own creative and spiritual life

Content

1. What is creativity and its relationship to spirituality
2. Theories, models and methods of creativity
3. Imagination and the creative process
4. Symbolism, imagery metaphor and narrative in creative works
5. Nurturing personal and corporate spirituality through creativity
6. Creativity and the Kingdom of God – prophetic social engagement

Assessment profile In this unit, the required assessment tasks will enable students to demonstrate how successfully they can:

1. Critically reflect through engagement with their own and other’s creative works drawing on relevant theological and theoretical frameworks. [Outcomes 1, 3]
2. Analyse various approaches to integrating creativity and spiritual expression and engage in their own practice of a selected integration approach. [Outcomes 2, 4]
3. Develop their own portfolio of creative works that is responsive to their spirituality. [Outcomes 4, 5]