Overview

Within this Religion, Philosophy and Ethics (Honours) BA course from The Open University UK you’ll investigate current questions and themes in these disciplines from both historical and contemporary perspectives. This includes the ethics of war, political justice, multiculturalism, religious nationalisms, the ‘sanctity of life’ and pilgrimage. In engaging with the core disciplines of religious studies and philosophy, you’ll develop critical skills and expertise in a range of key approaches and methodologies.

Key facts:

Engage with key philosophical debates about ethical and other fundamental questions

Learn about the traditions of Christianity, Islam and Hinduism as they relate to various cultures and societies

Investigate selected classic and contemporary philosophers and a range of religious practices and beliefs.

Develop skills of critical analysis, empathy and communication relevant to a wide range of careers.

Career opportunities:

Employers are known to value highly the kinds of key critical thinking, empathy and communication skills which a Religions, Philosophy and Ethics degree offers. Because of this, a qualification of this type has the potential to open up many different careers. Graduates will find this qualification relevant to a wide range of careers in both the private and public sector, including: teaching, civil service, financial services, law, local government, journalism and NGO/charity work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Discovering the arts and humanities
Revolutions
Exploring philosophy
Exploring religion: places, practices, texts and experiences
Key questions in philosophy
Why is religion controversial?

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-11 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies Ethics View 4 other Bachelors in Ethics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

At The Open University we believe education should be open to all, so we provide a high-quality university education to anyone who wishes to realise their ambitions and fulfil their potential.

Tuition Fees

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8184 GBP / year

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7784 GBP / year

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