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

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3 Years

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

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Birmingham Newman University

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

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Birmingham Newman University

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Our degree programme offers you the opportunity to study key aspects of the broad subject area of Theology and Philosophy, including Christian theology, both classical and modern; the philosophy of religion; ethics; and the ways in which different religious traditions interact with society and politics. Throughout the course you will be encouraged to relate your academic study to the world of work and to debate important current issues such as artificial intelligence, climate change and human ...Read more

Our degree programme offers you the opportunity to study key aspects of the broad subject area of Theology and Philosophy, including Christian theology, both classical and modern; the philosophy of religion; ethics; and the ways in which different religious traditions interact with society and politics. Throughout the course you will be encouraged to relate your academic study to the world of work and to debate important current issues such as artificial intelligence, climate change and human rights.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
59/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
25th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
124th
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 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
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
£16,000
UK Theology and Religious Studies graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Olufunmilayo
10 Dec 24

The situation is primarily a result of a misunderstanding in communication, which can be attributed to my dyslexia affecting my ability to convey thoughts clearly. Additionally,..Read more

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Adibah
03 Dec 24

There is a lot of student support available and it is a really welcoming and friendly at this university. Not much improvements are needed..Read more

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112 Grades / Points required

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Popular A-level subjects

Theology and Religious Studies

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

Religious Studies & Theology
71%
Sociology
30%
English Literature
28%
History
18%
Psychology
15%
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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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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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

£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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Latest Philosophy reviews

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Olufunmilayo
10 Dec 24
Theology and Philosophy (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
The situation is primarily a result of a misunderstanding in communication, which can be attributed to my dyslexia affecting my ability to convey thoughts clearly. Additionally,...
Read more
A
Adibah
03 Dec 24
Theology and Philosophy BA (Hons)
There is a lot of student support available and it is a really welcoming and friendly at this university. Not much improvements are needed...
Read more
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Birmingham Newman University
Birmingham Newman University , Birmingham

Founded in 1968, Birmingham Newman University is a community-focused institution based in Bartley Green, Birmingham....

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( 4.3) View reviews
CUG ranking
124th
Birmingham Newman University
Genners Lane Bartley Green Birmingham B32 3NT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Northfield  1.4 miles away
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