Philosophy, Religion and Ethics, BA (Hons), with industry placement

This philosophy course focuses on religion and ethics, exploring key topics such as the meaning of life, the relationship between faith and reason, arguments for and against God's existence, and the moral implications of abortion and euthanasia. Students will examine classic texts and ongoing debates across various traditions, developing skills for informed and critical engagement.The department engages in interdisciplinary research projects and maintains strong links with fields like political science, law, sociology, psychoanalysis, and art history. Our School of Philosophy and Art History ranks in the top 20 in the UK for research excellence (REF 2014, mainstream universities, THE 2014).