Philosophy and Theology

This course combines philosophy and theology.

In philosophy, you will study units covering issues in metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and realism. In your second and third years, you will also be able to choose from a range of optional units designed to help you develop your own core specialisation, explore different philosophical methods, engage in collaboration, apply philosophy in relation to other disciplines, such as science or literature, and apply philosophical approaches to civic engagement and contemporary societal issues. You will have the opportunity to undertake an extended essay project on a topic of your choice, supervised by a member of staff with relevant expertise.

For theology, in your first year, you will take an introductory unit on different religious traditions and a methodological unit on the study of religion as an academic subject. You will also take an optional unit from choices that may include Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, Hinduism, Chinese and Japanese religions, Ethics, and the Philosophy of Religion.

In your second year, you will continue your studies in philosophy and theology by combining mandatory units with other units of your choice. You will have the freedom to focus more on philosophy or religion and theology depending on your interests.

In your third year, you will take three optional units, including an opportunity to undertake a dissertation in an area of special interest to you.