Philosophy and Theology BA (Hons)
University of Nottingham
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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University Park Campus

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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University Park Campus

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SEP-25

Duration

3 Years

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Course info

Religion and philosophy are two of the most profound influences on individuals and society. By studying them together youll get to understand:- the overlaps and differences- how they support and disagree with each other- their personal, historical, and cultural importanceYoull cover issues from the deeply personal to society-wide concerns, developing a greater understanding of different ways of living. This degree will transform how you think and feel about fundamental issues of human ...Read more

Religion and philosophy are two of the most profound influences on individuals and society. By studying them together you'll get to understand:- the overlaps and differences- how they support and disagree with each other- their personal, historical, and cultural importanceYou'll cover issues from the deeply personal to society-wide concerns, developing a greater understanding of different ways of living. This degree will transform how you think and feel about fundamental issues of human existence.


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 Western, Indian, Chinese and Africana traditions- Explore crime and justice, race and gender, politics and religion, the environment and society- Apply philosophical thinking to everyday issues

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
11th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
30th
Philosophy
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Philosophy graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Philosophy graduate salary
£19,000
Theology and Religious Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Theology and Religious Studies graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
UK Theology and Religious Studies graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
H
Hyejin
24 Jan 23

The campus is very beautiful which motivates me to study. Also Nottingham is perfectly designed for students - comparatively cheaper than other cities, nice people, small but..Read more

H
Humaira
23 Jan 23

The city is very student orientated, there's always something to do. The uni offers lots of support for students in all aspects, not just in regards to studying. The campus is..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AABBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:24,M:21 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,M1,M2 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA and above.

including Scottish Highers ABBBB

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at level 3, with distinction in 24 credits at Level 3 and 21 Level 3 credits graded Merit.

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If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.

or 655 in 3 Higher Level certificates

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma DD plus 1 A Level grade B

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D plus 2 A Levels grades BB

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD

Considered alongside A Levels

Popular A-level subjects

Philosophy

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
54%
Religious Studies & Theology
35%
English Literature
30%
History
25%
Biology
22%
HESA
Theology and Religious Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Religious Studies & Theology
91%
English Literature
35%
History
28%
Psychology
16%
General Studies
11%
HESA

Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£23,000 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£23,000 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£23000 Per year

UCAS/IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Philosophy reviews

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H
Hyejin
24 Jan 23
Philosophy BA (Hons)
The campus is very beautiful which motivates me to study. Also Nottingham is perfectly designed for students - comparatively cheaper than other cities, nice people, small but...
Read more
H
Humaira
23 Jan 23
Philosophy and Theology BA (Hons)
The city is very student orientated, there's always something to do. The uni offers lots of support for students in all aspects, not just in regards to studying. The campus is...
Read more
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