Program Overview

BA (Hons) Ethics, Religion and Philosophy

Overview

The BA (Hons) Ethics, Religion and Philosophy programme is designed for those interested in the areas of religion and ethics alongside a philosophical focus. It will allow students to critically engage with the world's rich philosophical history and empower them to become independent, thoughtful, and influential citizens.

Course Information

• The course is three years full-time or four years with a placement or overseas study.
• The UCAS code is 7D36 (with foundation year) or 8T47.
• The typical offer is 104-112 UCAS tariff points.

Entry Requirements

• Typical offer: 104-112 UCAS tariff points
• IELTS score: 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5
• Level 3 qualifications: 104-112 UCAS tariff points (e.g., GCE A levels - grades BCC or equivalent)
• Level 2 qualifications: GCSE grade C/4 in English Language or equivalent

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the 2026/27 academic year are still being finalized.

Careers Support and Prospects

• 88.7% of UK-domiciled, full-time, first-degree graduates are employed or in further study 15 months after graduation.
• The course develops many skills highly valued by employers, such as critical thinking, logical analysis, and effective communication.

Course Structure

Year 1

• Core modules:
  • Changing Nature: Perspectives from History, Philosophy, and Politics
  • A Critical Introduction to the History of Philosophy
  • Visions of the Good Life
  • Existentialism and the Fate of Philosophy
• Study: 30% lectures, seminars, or similar; 70% independent study
• Assessment: 100% coursework

Year 2

• Core modules:
  • Fit for the Future
  • Ethics and its Critics
  • The Philosophy of Religion
• Option modules:
  • Gender, Race, and Sexuality
• Study: 30% lectures, seminars, or similar; 70% independent study
• Assessment: 100% coursework

Year 3

• Core modules:
  • Independent Project
  • Alternative Approaches to the Philosophy of Religion
  • Ethics and the Anthropocene
• Study: 100% placement/overseas study (optional) or 25% lectures, seminars, or similar; 75% independent study
• Assessment: 100% placement/overseas study (optional) or 100% coursework

Features and Benefits

• Learn from experts in moral theory and the philosophy of religion.
• A wide range of modules allows students to pursue their interests.
• The course offers an inclusive, interdisciplinary curriculum.
• Assessments encourage deep, critical, and creative thinking.
• Strong emphasis on employability skills.
• Flexibility to change to the general BA (Hons) Philosophy degree route.
• Opportunities for placements or study abroad.

Accreditations, Awards, and Endorsements

• The course has received an overall gold status in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
• 100% of students were positive about the course being intellectually stimulating (National Student Survey 2025).