980 Philosophy, Ethics and Religious Studies Degree Programs

This two-year Research Master’s programme is designed for international and Dutch students who wish to acquire the skills needed for a career in academic philosophy or in research. The programme has five specialisations, reflecting the expertise of researchers at the faculty. As a student you will follow intensive Research Master’s courses, and will develop your methodological and academic skills during dedicated Research Methods and Skills seminars. Throughout your studies, you will participate in ongoing research activities and will be assigned a personal supervisor who will guide you as you acquire the skills necessary for a career in research.

Philosophers systematically explore fundamental issues, ideas, and truths to understand better our place in the world and why we do what we do. Among many questions, philosophers consider what it means to live a good life, the ethics of artificial intelligence, and the relationship between the individual and society. Philosophy students develop logic, general problem-solving, communication, and persuasion skills applicable to many careers, including business, STEM, law, teaching, health, and the arts.

The AA-T in Philosophy prepares students to transfer to a California State University as a philosophy major. It does this in two ways. First, it introduces students to the main questions within the major branches of philosophy, including metaphysics, epistemology, political theory, aesthetics, ethics, and logic. Second, it develops the critical thinking skills necessary for tackling those philosophical questions.

This challenging and ground-breaking degree introduces you to core ideas and issues in politics, philosophy and economics (PPE). It will help you understand how the economy is governed, how public policy gets made, and the ideas which shape our world.

Develop advanced expertise in philosophy with Southampton's MA programme. You'll combine taught modules covering contemporary topics, mind and knowledge, and the philosophy of value with independent dissertation research.

Philosophy is different from other disciplines: it doesn't just teach you what to think, but also how to think. Studying philosophy is essential for developing critical and analytical thinking skills, learning to argue, and acquiring skills in written and oral communication. For this reason, philosophy graduates are highly appreciated on the job market.

The Degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics -PPE-, will prepare you to face the new realities posed by a complex and ever-changing society and to provide innovative answers and solutions to social, political and economic challenges. You will develop an interdisciplinary profile capable of joining national and international institutions and companies.

The George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies is a broad, flexible, interdisciplinary program designed for undergraduates to gain an understanding of Jewish civilization and its diverse cultural experiences. The program, which is non-theological in orientation, is an academic exploration of the multi-faceted, socio-historical, 4,000-year record of the Jewish people.

Philosophy is an interdisciplinary subject that examines and attempts to answer questions raised by human life and action, natural science, art and literature, language and communication, and history. In the MLitt in Philosophy, you will study a wide range of topics within the discipline to broaden your understanding and investigate different research topics.

How should we live our lives? What should we believe? How should we set about trying to answer these questions? How are we even able to think about them? BA Philosophy investigates these profound issues and addresses today’s great global questions. As the world’s oldest academic discipline, Philosophy has developed an impressive range of concepts and techniques for addressing complicated problems.

This MA provides advanced study in philosophy from a global perspective, emphasising non‑Western traditions (Asia, Africa, the Middle East) alongside Anglo‑European philosophy and an applied focus on contemporary concerns such as the climate crisis, race, gender, and public reason.

The MA in Philosophy will give you a thorough grounding in the core knowledge and skills required for philosophical research, while also allowing you to pursue your philosophical interests in depth. Bristol ranks as one of the top ten philosophy departments in the UK in the Philosophical Gourmet Report. Our staff have diverse research interests and expertise across a wide range of philosophical areas.

Instruction in the Department of Religious Studies is non-sectarian and seeks an open analysis of all points of view. Courses are designed to provide a general orientation to the academic study of religion for the undergraduate student, as well as more advanced exposure for those who wish to pursue professional careers where a study of religious ideas and institutions would be helpful.

The master's degree in Politics, Philosophy and Public Affairs (PPPA) is an advanced interdisciplinary programme offering high-level competencies in political science and philosophy. The program provides both a solid theoretical background and a practical sense of the challenges and opportunities connected to current political and socioeconomic phenomena and trends. The study plan includes a common core of courses addressing cutting-edge topics in political science, in moral and political philosophy - topics which are specifically selected for their relevance within public debates.

Are you interested in how our thinking about the world helps shape the world? If you are fascinated by the ideas that determine the course of humanity, then Philosophy, Politics and Society might be the perfect fit for you.