Program Overview
The Religion, Philosophy, and Ethics BA Joint Honours program at the University of Nottingham combines the study of these disciplines to foster critical thinking and communication skills. Students explore major philosophical and religious traditions through core courses and electives in religion, philosophy, and ethics. The program prepares graduates for careers in fields like education, government, law, business, and nonprofits, where these skills are highly valued.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Religion, Philosophy and Ethics BA Jt Hons program at the University of Nottingham is a three-year full-time undergraduate degree that combines the study of religion, philosophy, and ethics. The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of these disciplines and their interrelationships. Students will develop critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of the major philosophical and religious traditions.
Outline:
The program's curriculum is divided into three main areas: religion, philosophy, and ethics. Students will take a variety of courses in each area, including:
- Religion: Introduction to the Study of Religion, World Religions, Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Sikhism.
- Philosophy: Introduction to Philosophy, Logic, Metaphysics, Epistemology, Ethics, and Political Philosophy.
- Ethics: Introduction to Ethics, Normative Ethics, Meta-Ethics, and Applied Ethics. In addition to these core courses, students will also take a number of optional courses in their chosen areas of interest. These courses may include topics such as:
- Religion: The Bible, Christian Theology, Islamic Theology, Jewish Theology, Buddhist Philosophy, Hindu Philosophy, and Sikh Philosophy.
- Philosophy: Ancient Philosophy, Medieval Philosophy, Modern Philosophy, Contemporary Philosophy, Feminist Philosophy, and Philosophy of Science.
- Ethics: Environmental Ethics, Medical Ethics, Business Ethics, and Social Ethics.
Assessment:
Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Essays: Students will write a number of essays throughout the program, which will assess their knowledge of the material and their ability to think critically and write clearly.
- Exams: Students will take exams at the end of each semester, which will assess their knowledge of the material and their ability to apply it to new situations.
- Presentations: Students will give presentations in some of their courses, which will assess their ability to communicate their ideas effectively.
- Participation: Students will be assessed on their participation in class discussions and other activities.
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced and dedicated faculty members who are experts in their fields. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and tutorials. Students will also have the opportunity to work on research projects with faculty members.
Careers:
Graduates of the Religion, Philosophy and Ethics BA Jt Hons program will be well-prepared for a variety of careers in fields such as:
- Education: Teaching, research, and administration.
- Government: Policymaking, public administration, and diplomacy.
- Law: Legal research, legal writing, and advocacy.
- Business: Management, consulting, and marketing.
- Nonprofit: Program development, fundraising, and advocacy.
Other:
The Religion, Philosophy and Ethics BA Jt Hons program is a challenging and rewarding program that will provide students with a deep understanding of religion, philosophy, and ethics. Graduates of the program will be well-prepared for a variety of careers in fields that require critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills.
