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This course is offered as a degree with foundation year - a four-year programme which provides an additional foundation year at the beginning of the degree, that will give you academic and practical experience, as well as the skills you need to ensure you are equipped to successfully complete your chosen degree.
**Why this course?**
Top modern university in London in Theology & Religious Studies, and Philosophy (Complete University Guide 2025)
Theology and Religious Studies ranked 1st in London in all categories (National Student Survey 2024)
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This course is offered as a degree with foundation year - a four-year programme which provides an additional foundation year at the beginning of the degree, that will give you academic and practical experience, as well as the skills you need to ensure you are equipped to successfully complete your chosen degree.<br/><br/>**Why this course?**<br/>Top modern university in London in Theology & Religious Studies, and Philosophy (Complete University Guide 2025)<br/>Theology and Religious Studies ranked 1st in London in all categories (National Student Survey 2024)<br/><br/>• Tailor your studies to fit your interests with our diverse range of modules from classical philosophy and Islam to gender and sexuality and the philosophy of law.<br/>• Explore the intellectual overlap between religion and philosophy, with questions such as how are we to assess rational arguments for the existence of God? <br/><br/>**About this course** <br/><br/>Our BA Honours degree in Philosophy, Religion and Ethics invites you to explore many of life’s big questions. What is the meaning of life? What responsibilities do we have to other people and the natural world? What can we learn from the history of philosophical and religious thought? How are we to assess rational arguments for the existence of God? How do religion and non-religion relate to culture, society, and politics?<br/><br/>Students take modules in each of the disciplines of philosophy, religion and ethics, as well as studying them in an integrated way. That will involve drawing on a number of religious perspectives, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism – as well as humanism and atheism.<br/><br/>What makes our BA in Philosophy, Religion and Ethics at Roehampton so distinctive is our commitment to practical humanities. You will learn how to apply your interpretative and analytical skills to a whole range of contemporary problems regarding community, public policy, social justice, and personal life. That could include thinking through challenges in environmental ethics, global cultures, or interfaith dialogue. Likewise, through engagement with media and the arts, you can explore themes such as community peacebuilding, jihad and terrorism, and the ethics of abortion and euthanasia.<br/><br/>**Skills**<br/><br/>In our BA Philosophy, Religion, and Ethics program, our foremost commitment is to nurture your academic journey, equipping you with a skillset that not only enriches your education but also paves the way for a flourishing professional future. <br/><br/>This comprehensive approach includes the cultivation of invaluable attributes like critical thinking, the art of persuasive argumentation, the adept analysis of texts, and the finesse of clear and effective communication. <br/><br/>Moreover, we empower you to dissect various media forms, craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences, and adeptly scrutinise policy documents. Alongside these essential skills, youll have the opportunity to embark on work placements, build up a captivating creative portfolio, and engage in collaborative projects, all of which culminate in a holistic and robust preparation for your exciting career journey.<br/><br/>**Career opportunities** <br/><br/>As you progress through this course, you will develop highly transferable and employable skills, while tailoring your studies to your own areas of interest. Alongside traditional skills of critical thinking, argumentation, textual analysis, and clear communication, you will also develop the ability to analyse multiple forms of media, to write and present material for a public audience, and to read and analyse policy documents. <br/><br/>You will have opportunities to take up work placements, to build a creative portfolio and to engage in collaborative projects – all designed to equip you for your future career path.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
V510
Institution Code
R48
Points of Entry
Foundation
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £15,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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