This degree, specifically for students who wish to continue to MPhil or PhD research, establishes critical and research skills. Whereas the MA aims at breadth, the MRes trains graduate students to specialise in an area of proposed doctoral research.

CORE MODULES Knowledge and Reality Research Skills in Philosophy OPTIONAL MODULES Ethics Political Philosophy Logic and Language Mind and Psychology Reason and Religion Entry

An honours degree (normally 2.1 or above) or equivalent in philosophy or in another appropriate subject

Interim awards PGCert Philosophy PGDip Philosophy Course length 1 years full-time 2 years part-time [-]

This two-year full-time (three to four years part-time) in-depth study is for students considering further research in the subject. The deeper grounding in philosophy than the MA Philosophy will allow you time to think out a PhD topic should you wish to progress to a research degree.

The MPhilStud provides in-depth knowledge of three areas of philosophy as well the opportunity to engage seriously in philosophical research by writing papers, by presenting one’s own work in research seminars and by writing a thesis.

Upon completion of MPhilStud, you can apply directly for the PhD which is ordinarily completed in a quicker timeframe than those without an MPhilStud.

CORE MODULES Research Skills in Philosophy Philosophy Essays OPTIONAL MODULES Knowledge and Reality Ethics Political Philosophy Logic and Language Mind and Psychology Reason and Religion Entry ... [-]

Explore the dynamics of the constant interplay between philosophical and theological issues, and address questions such as religious fulfilment and ethical motivation as raised in the classical Christian tradition and in modern analysis.

The degree attracts a wide range of students – those engaged in the study and practice of religion, and those whose professional life involves philosophical and ethical questions.

CORE MODULES Understanding Religion in the Age of Modernity Reason and Religion OPTIONAL MODULES FOR THE ETHICS PATHWAY Foundations in Ethics Ethical Issues Today Bioethics and Sexual Ethics OPTIONAL MODULES FOR THE PHILOSOPHIC PATHWAY Selected Themes in European Philosophy The Franciscan Spiritual Tradition: Faith, Reason and Spirituality OPTIONAL MODULES FOR THE INTERRELIGIOUS STUDY PATHWAY Unity and Diversity in Contemporary Islamic Thought Contemporary Judaism Entry ... [-]

Explore philosophical issues either as a development of undergraduate study or following your first degree in another suitable subject. The degree is a coherent presentation of the central questions of philosophy.

CORE MODULES Knowledge and Reality Political Philosophy Ethics Political Philosophy OPTIONAL MODULES Introduction to Philosophy Logic and Language Mind and Psychology Reason and Religion Entry

An honours degree (normally 2.1 or above) or equivalent in philosophy or in another appropriate subject

Interim awards PGCert Philosophy PGDip Philosophy Course length 1 years full-time 2 years part-time [-]

This unique degree is specifically for teachers of the philosophy of religion and ethics in schools, particularly those who deliver or wish to deliver, the A Level syllabi.

You will focus on topics on the A Level syllabi with a module on Teaching Philosophy of Religion and Ethics, which includes training in the methodology of Philosophy for Children. It is for both those with previous education in these areas of study and those seeking a rigorous introduction.

CORE MODULES Teaching Philosophy and Ethics Reason and Religion Foundations of Ethics OPTIONAL MODULES Ethical Issues Today Bioethics and Sexual Ethics Unity and Diversity in Contemporary Islamic Thought Entry

An honours degree (normally 2.1 or above) or equivalent in an appropriate subject... [-]