2 Philosophy A-level Programs

This distance learning course has been designed to enable students to gain a thorough grounding in key philosophical concepts, themes, texts and techniques. Students will develop a range of transferable skills which can be applied far beyond the study of Philosophy.

Philosophy and Ethics (RS) deals with the big issues in life. What happens when we die? Does God exist? Is it ever right to kill? What role does morality have in modern society? Studying and discussing these issues will enable you to improve your thinking skills and ability to develop an argument. You will learn to consider issues and understand how key ideas have developed through the work of philosophers past and present to recognise their influence on society today in areas such as human rights, law, politics, and international relations. You can complement your studies by taking part in debates, our annual lecture series with Dr Peter Vardy, a wide range of speakers, trips and clubs that the department offers.