Philosophy, Religion and Ethics BA (Hons)
University of Birmingham
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Our undergraduate BA Philosophy , Religion and Ethics degree at the University of Birmingham will give you access to world-class talent in fields as diverse as Ethics (including Bioethics, Global Justice and the Ethics of Non-Violence), Philosophy of Religion, and the Philosophy of Mind. Youll take the time to explore these topics and more as they relate to religion, faith and spirituality in one of the most culturally and religiously diverse communities in Europe.The city of Birmingham ...Read more

Our undergraduate BA Philosophy , Religion and Ethics degree at the University of Birmingham will give you access to world-class talent in fields as diverse as Ethics (including Bioethics, Global Justice and the Ethics of Non-Violence), Philosophy of Religion, and the Philosophy of Mind. You'll take the time to explore these topics and more as they relate to religion, faith and spirituality in one of the most culturally and religiously diverse communities in Europe.The city of Birmingham provides an exciting environment for you to study undergraduate Philosophy, Religion and Ethics. You will be taught by specialists with expertise in a diverse range of disciplines as well as global schools of thought, movements and traditions that are shaping the twenty-first century.You will benefit from our excellent relationships with the city’s faith communities, and the work placement module allows you to explore a wide range of potential career pathways including law, education, culture and media sectors, non-profit organisations and more, relating your experience to your course of study. You will benefit from our excellent relationships with the city’s faith communities, and the work placement module allows you to explore a wide range of potential career pathways including law, education, culture and media sectors, non-profit organisations and more, relating your experience to your course of study. You will have the opportunity to tailor your undergraduate degree course and focus on the areas of each discipline that interest you most. In your second and final years, you have the option to focus your studies more on theology and religion or philosophy and ethics, depending on where your strengths and interests lie. Whatever you choose to specialise in, you will graduate with well-rounded skills in debating and reflective thinking.


Why study this course?

BA Philosophy, Religion and Ethics is right for you if...


You want to be taught by our internationally renowned academic staff, who do research that matters

- the Department ranked 1st in the country for Research Impact, on its performance in the latest Research Excellence Framework exercise 2021.


You would love to live in a culturally diverse city

- all major faiths are well-represented in Birmingham, with more than 650 churches, mosques, synagogues and temples across the city. Outside London, Birmingham has the UK’s largest Muslim, Sikh and Buddhist communities, the second-largest Hindu community and the seventh-largest Jewish community.


You want to boost your employability skills

- as part of your course, you will have the opportunity to complete a placement in a variety of settings at home and abroad, ranging from the cultural and educational sectors to NGOs and law firms. The University of Birmingham is the fourth most targeted University by the UK's top graduate employers (Graduate Outcomes Survey, High Fliers report 2022).


You value a supportive community

- at Birmingham we believe that teaching hours should be complemented by a wide range of academic opportunities and social occasions. As a student in Theology and Religion you will have access to opportunities including free language tuition, bespoke academic writing advice, and a student experience team who co-ordinate trips, talks, quizzes and celebrations.


You're aiming to lead the discourse

- the Department's position at the forefront of philosophical discussion and debate will prepare you to build and support your argumentation, developing transferable skills that appeal to employers.

Key stats

Philosophy
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
44/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
11th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
13th
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Philosophy graduate salary at this uni
£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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Theology and Religious Studies graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
What students say
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Ester
01 Mar 24

It's overall a really great university and the school of PTR (philosophy, theology, religion) is really welcoming and the people lecturing are really great. The campus is..Read more

E
Ella
04 Feb 24

The department is really academically supportive, with great lecturers and staff - they make a real effort to get to know and support the students in the department. There is room..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

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

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

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

DDD Grades / Points required

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

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

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

Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)

6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects.

BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD.BTEC Diploma: DD, plus B at A-level.BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level.

Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.

Popular A-level subjects

Philosophy

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

Psychology
68%
Religious Studies & Theology
35%
English Literature
28%
History
27%
Biology
26%
HESA
Theology and Religious Studies

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

Religious Studies & Theology
88%
History
38%
English Literature
30%
Psychology
24%
Sociology
17%
HESA

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£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 fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£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 fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£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

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Latest reviews

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Ester
01 Mar 24
Philosophy, Religion and Ethics BA (Hons)
It's overall a really great university and the school of PTR (philosophy, theology, religion) is really welcoming and the people lecturing are really great. The campus is...
Read more
E
Ella
04 Feb 24
Philosophy, Religion and Ethics BA (Hons)
The department is really academically supportive, with great lecturers and staff - they make a real effort to get to know and support the students in the department. There is room...
Read more
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