Teaching & Modules

Teaching methods - what to expect

Lectures
Seminars
Tutorials
Independent study

Our Religion, Philosophy and Ethics BA is taught using a combination of lectures, seminars and more intimate tutorials. We also expect a significant amount of independent study.

Year

Percentage of time in scheduled learning and teaching activities

Percentage of time in guided independent study

Percentage of time on placements

1

13%

87%

2

13%

87%

3

10%

90%

Typically, one credit equates to ten hours of work.

Assessment

  • Coursework
  • Written/Practical Examinations
  • Essays

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include written examinations and /or essays.

Modules

Year

Required Modules

You are required to take the following modules:  

  • Elements of Ethics (15 credits)
  • Philosophy and Theology – The Big Questions (15 credits)
  • Global Philosophy (15 credits)
  • Ethics Through Time (15 credits)
  • Religious Traditions in a Changing World (15 credits)
  • Understanding Sacred Texts (15 credits)

There are no optional modules in Year 1. 

Key Information

Course type:

Single honours

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Required A-Levels:

AAB

Duration:

Three years

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026

Application deadline:

11 September 2025