BA (Hons) Moral and Philosophical Studies with Religious Education at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

The BA (Hons) Moral and Philosophical Studies with Religious Education combines academic study of theology, ethics and philosophy with vocational teacher training, supported by the Scottish Government. Graduates hold provisional registration as secondary teachers of Religious Education with GTC Scotland.

Duration: Full time: 4 years | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules include Problems in philosophy, Introduction to systematic theology, Jesus and the Gospels and Values and professional practice in education. Year 2 includes Moral philosophy, Exploring other faiths and RMPS educational placements. Years 3 and 4 include Continental philosophy, Philosophy of science, Christian ethics and further placements.

Career pathways

Secondary teacher of Religious Education and Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies; entry to the GTC Scotland Teacher Induction Scheme leading to full registration.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Highers at grade BBC or above, or 2 A levels at grade BC or above, including Higher or A level English, plus National 5 or GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above. An interview is required, and an aptitude for teaching and working with young people should be shown. This is a Category 1 PVG course: PVG Scheme membership is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scottish-domiciled students with a term-time address in Scotland, full-time per year. Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full time: 4 years

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