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Philosophy and Theology

  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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Course summary

What is it to be human? What do people believe about the world and how they fit within it? This degree will transform how you think and feel about fundamental issues of human existence. By studying philosophy and religion together you’ll get to understand:

  • the overlaps and differences

  • how they support and disagree with each other

  • their personal, historical, and cultural importance

From the deeply personal to society-wide concerns, you’ll cover a wide range of issues providing you with a greater understanding of different ways of living. Throughout this course you’ll develop a wide range of transferable skills, and will also have the opportunity to undertake bespoke internships and placements to help you set yourself up for success after graduation.

Theology
Study biblical writings together with key thinkers, ideas, events and movements that shaped the course of Western Christian thought
Explore how religion intersects with social justice, technology, and the natural world, as well as philosophy, sociology and history

Philosophy
Study topics, figures, and themes from across the Western, Indian, Chinese and Africana traditions
Explore crime and justice, race and gender, politics and religion, mental health, the environment and society
Apply philosophical thinking to everyday issues

Engaged Arts
All students within the Faculty of Arts can select ‘Engaged Arts’ modules where you’ll approach real world challenges across contemporary themes such as sustainability or equity and justice. These modules have been newly designed to help you gain the skills and analytical abilities that employers are looking for.

Why choose this course?

  • Global curriculum - particular strengths across Christian, Muslim, , Buddhist and atheist thinking, and Western, Chinese, Indian and Africana philosophies

  • Research driven learning – engage with cutting-edge research and teachings from experts in the fields of philosophy

  • Ask the big questions – explore the many ways in thinking about what it is to be human

  • Career-ready skills - develop your presentation, organisation, teamwork and leadership skills for a wide range of professions

  • Confidence of thinking - develop the skills and confidence to argue your views

  • Work experience - Work with our dedicated Faculty of Arts Placements Team to assist with your employability skills development via a range of placements, internships and volunteering opportunities

  • Explore real-world challenges across interdisciplinary themes with our ‘Engaged Arts’ optional modules

Some key statistics
Top 100 in the world for philosophy (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
Ranked 14th in the UK for Theology and Religious Studies (The Guardian University Guide 2025)

You can also access this course through a Foundation Year. This may be suitable if you have faced educational barriers and do not expect to meet the entry requirements for direct entry to a degree course. Please see the UCAS page for the relevant Foundation Year course for further information.

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Philosophy-and-Theology-BA-Jt-Hons-U6UPLYTH.html

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
VV56
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University of Nottingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
VV56
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
ABB

General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD

Access to HE Diploma
D: 24 credits M: 21 credits

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at level 3, with distinction in 24 credits at Level 3 and 21 Level 3 credits graded Merit.

Scottish Higher
AABBB

This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA and above.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma DD plus 1 A Level grade B

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D plus 2 A Levels grades BB

Scottish Advanced Higher
AB

including Scottish Highers ABBBB

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30 points

or 655 in 3 Higher Level certificates

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

Considered alongside A Levels

Extended Project
A

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.

If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3, M1, M2

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE requirements - English grade C ( numeric grade 4)

AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A

If you have already achieved your Core Maths Qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths Qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths Qualification. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your Core Maths will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer.

European Baccalaureate - 75% overall.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202627/undergraduate.aspx

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