Philosophy and Theology (Hons) University of Nottingham

Overview

Theology

• Study biblical writings together with key thinkers, ideas, events and movements that shaped the course of Western Christian thought
• Examine the key texts, thinkers, ideas and events in the history of Islam and Judaism

Philosophy

• Study topics, figures, and themes from across the Indian, Chinese, and Western traditions
• Explore crime and justice, race and gender, politics and religion, the environment and society
• Learn how to communicate philosophical ideas to non-philosophers

Careers

At the Philosophy and Theology (Hons) course offered by   University of Nottingham , Theology and Philosophy both open the doors to a wide range of possible careers.

You'll develop key professional skills such as how to:

• understand and analyse others' ideas and beliefs
• think carefully and clearly
• sift evidence, make reasoned decisions and argue persuasively
• develop sensitivity to cultural and religious diversity
• communicate your ideas with confidence
• engage intelligently and critically with the world in all its depth and complexity

The skills you develop will make you:

• resilient - as the nature of work changes you can adapt
• flexible - you can choose across different sectors as you develop and grow and opportunities arise

Recent graduates are currently working in areas such as:

• law, public policy, strategy, and consulting
• banking and finance
• postgraduate degrees and academia
• teaching
• creative arts and cultural administration
• police and detective work
• religious and charitable organisations
• journalism, advertising, and communications
• psychology and counselling
• publishing and editing
• charities