This course examines central questions in Philosophy, with particular reference to issues in the Philosophy of Religion and Ethics. It will be suitable for teachers of Philosophy of Religion and Ethics in schools, and students with an interest in fundamental life questions.
The course has been designed to be accessible to students from a variety of Humanities and Social Science backgrounds. It is also flexible, allowing students to follow their interests.
In all 3 programmes (Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and MA), students are able to choose between two Philosophy of Religion modules, one examining concepts of God, and the other ideas of spiritual practice. If they wish, MA and Graduate Diploma students may take both these modules.
In all 3 programmes, students take an Introduction to Ethics module. They then choose one or more additional modules in Ethics, on themes such as justice, environmental ethics, business ethics, and the ethics of life and death. Students have the option of specialising in either Philosophy of Religion or Ethics, but are required to take at least 30 credits in each area.
Students of the Graduate Diploma can write a dissertation on a subject of their choosing, in philosophy of religion or ethics or some combination of these subjects. MA students write a dissertation on a subject of their choosing, and have the option of writing an extended dissertation (of 90 credits). The dissertation enables students to examine an area of particular interest to them in depth, with the support of a supervisor.
This programme is only available in online mode (No longer recruiting from 2025/26)
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEA5210M | Introduction to Ethics: Reasons, Motivation, Obligations and Happiness | 15 | 1 Sep to 30 Nov | PFP |
Candidates will be required to study one of the following two modules
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRHS5075M | Philosophy and Spiritual Practice | 30 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | PFP |
| PRHS5085M | Concepts of God | 30 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | PFP |
Candidates will be required to study 15 credits from the following optional modules
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEA5260M | Justice: Fairness, Equality and Diversity | 15 | 1 May to 31 July | PFP |
| IDEA5270M | Global Environmental Ethics | 15 | 1 Nov to 31 Jan | PFP |
| IDEA5280M | Business Ethics | 15 | 1 Sep to 30 Nov | PFP |
| IDEA5322M | Ethical Issues at the Beginning of Life (Online) | 15 | 1 Nov to 31 Jan | PFP |
| IDEA5333M | Ethical Issues at the End of Life (Online) | 15 | 1 Jan to 28 Feb | PFP |
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