Our undergraduate degree in Education, Philosophy & Religion is the ideal route into teaching training, alongside a range of other professions.
You’ll look at issues that affect learners, such as, the impact of:
- Ethnicity
- Deprivation
- Gender
- Disability
- Learning difficulties
- Sexuality
- Mental health
You’ll also explore the role of teachers, of families, and other professionals, and study learning theories on the curriculum.
In Religion and Philosophy, you’ll study ethics. This is the study of what it means to be human. Here, you’ll develop the skills you need for any career that involves thinking, discussing, or writing about your ideas.
Examine religious conflicts and social problems emerging in the current global order. You'll also learn about secularisation and globalisation and their impacts on religious communities.
Why study with us
- You can take work placements in each of your three years of study, in settings such as a nursery, primary or secondary schools, or in further education.
- Learning from academic staff who are active researchers. Our academic staff work in fields such as teaching and learning, bioethics, professional ethics, philosophy of mind, and mental health.
- Education courses at the University of Central Lancashire rank in the top 20 in the UK for overall student satisfaction. - National Student Survey 2021
What you'll do
- The course is ideal if you are considering a career in education. This includes further study in teacher training, or into a non-teaching professional career.
- Combine the study of Education with Philosophy and Religion, combining each or take clear pathways in each subject.
- This degree leads to a range of opportunities for a career in education or associated professional roles.
Module overview
Year 1Compulsory modules
• ED1201: Introduction to Education Studies
• ED1202: Education for Everyone?
• P11121: How to Reason Well
• RB1334: Understanding Religions and Beliefs
Optional modules
• ED1204: Observing Education in Action
• P11003: Freedom and Determinism
• P11006: Foundations of Knowledge: Rationalism and Empiricism
• RB1014: Faith, Identity, Culture & Society
• RB1016: The Abrahamic Faiths
Year 2
Compulsory modules
• ED2212: Models of Teaching and Learning
• ED2243: Diversity and Inclusion in
Education
• P12214: Foundations of Ethics
• RB2241: Sacredness and Spirituality
Optional modules
• ED2216: Preparing for Academic Writing and Research in Education
• ED2218: Experiential Learning in Educational Settings
• PI2001: Philosophy of Religion
• PI2005: Phenomenology and Existentialism
• P12212: The Philosophy of Mind
• RB2001: Exploring Christian Theology
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RB2016: Cults, New Age and New Religious Movements
Year 3
Compulsory modules
• ED3215: The Education of Vulnerable Young People
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P13021: Contemporary Ethical Theory
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RB3001: Perceptions of Morality
Optional modules
• ED3208: Reflective Practice in Educational Settings
• ED3209: Learning, Curriculum and Assessment
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ED3991: Dissertation
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ED3993: Double Dissertation
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P13006: Modern European Thought
• P13994: Philosophy Dissertation
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RB3007: Religion, Media and Culture
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RB3991: Religion, Culture & Society Dissertation
Course delivery
This course is taught face-to-face at one of our UK campuses.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Future careers
Our undergraduate degree in Education, Philosophy and Religion opens the doors to a career in education alongside a multitude of other options. These could include:
- Youth and community work
- Working for international agencies
- Working for a charity
- Working within a government body
Throughout the course, you’ll have support from our academic advisers and the University’s Careers service. Here you'll gain valuable skills that will go towards your future career or support you with further study. You may decide to go on to study as a postgraduate student or use your degree as a springboard for a career where the skills you have gained make you a valued recruit.
Some of our recent graduates have gone into professions including:
- Teaching
- Careers advice and guidance roles
- Community support
- Social work
- Learning mentor
- Associated professional roles.
When you graduate from this course you’ll leave us with the skills and understanding that will make you a valuable asset to a variety of employers.
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