Religion, Philosophy and Ethics, BA (Hons)

Philosophy and religion play a fundamental role in shaping ethics, influencing individuals and, consequently, society at large. Ethical thinking is an inevitable, challenging process, and the world's philosophical and religious traditions provide valuable tools to navigate these complexities. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the concept of ethics, principles of ethical reasoning and persuasion, and the Christian, Muslim, and Jewish traditions. It applies various philosophical and theological perspectives to key questions, such as how the media influences thought, who defines justice, and how authors in fantasy and science fiction explore religious and ethical themes.The program structures the first two years with a mix of core and optional modules, providing a solid foundation in Religious Studies and Philosophy, with a strong emphasis on ethics. Students can select topics to build on prior knowledge or venture into new areas. The third year is entirely flexible, allowing exploration of personal interests or career-related subjects, including the option to complete a dissertation focused on Religious Studies, Philosophy, or a combination of both.

Your first two years are a combination of core and optional modules. You'll get a thorough grounding in the essentials of Religious Studies and Philosophy, with an emphasis on their approach to ethics. You'll also be able to choose topics to study that build on existing knowledge or allow you to explore new areas. Your third year is fully optional. You can explore widely and bias your studies to the areas that interest you or meet your career goals. There's the option to do a dissertation that can concentrate on Religious Studies or Philosophy or combine the two.