Overview

Philosophy, science and religion are three endeavours that shape, in far-reaching and fundamental ways, how we think, what we value, and how we live. Public discourse, professional life, politics and culture revolve around the philosophical, scientific and religious ideas of our age; yet they and their relationship to each other are not well understood.

You will be brought up to date with the relevant scientific developments including:

quantum mechanics
relativity
cosmology
evolutionary biology
neuroscience
human origins
extraterrestrial life

And the relevant theological issues including:

problem of evil
miracles
theological conceptions of creation
theological conceptions of providence
eschatology
theological anthropology

And the philosophical tools that are required to understand the relationship between them such as:

the philosophy of science
metaphysics
epistemology
philosophy of language

The Philosophy, Science and Religion (Online Learning) programme offered by The University of Edinburgh provides an excellent preparation for further research and knowledge of philosophy, whether you choose to pursue this in further in academic research or in a professional career.

This is an online-only programme and you can customise your learning in areas you are most passionate about.

Career opportunities

Our students’ research projects are often published in academic or professional journals.

Our programme has an excellent reputation among employers and further research opportunities. Many of our graduates have gone onto PhD training and we have a high academic job placement record.

This programme provides you with a range of knowledge and skills to prepare you for a variety of career paths, including, but not limited to, further postgraduate study in theology or philosophy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History of Science and Religion

Philosophy of Religion

Philosophy of Science

Islamic Philosophy

Islam and Science

Science, Sorcery and Wonder in Islam

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-03 00:00:00

More details

It is strongly recommended you apply as early as possible. Applications may close earlier than the published deadlines if there is exceptionally high demand.

Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies View 32 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent in a relevant natural science (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, mathematics) or relevant humanities subject (e.g. theology, religious studies, philosophy).

Tuition Fees

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21600 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

21600 GBP / year

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Additional Details

PgDip - £14,400/year

PgCert - £7,200/year

Funding

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