Philosophy and Theology

Philosophy and theology frequently overlap. Philosophers have long questioned the nature of existence and agency. Theologians have engaged with philosophical traditions in developing their understanding of individual and collective belief.

This programme offers you an opportunity to explore these intersections. You will study the metaphysical, ethical and theological traditions that have shaped contemporary thinking.

You can also choose to focus on philosophy and theology as separate subjects, adjusting the balance between them according to your interests.

Philosophy

Our philosophy programme covers:

* ancient and modern intellectual history

* logic

* metaphysics

* ethics

* aesthetics

Theology

At Edinburgh studying theology may include:

* studying different religious traditions, such as:

Christianity

Islam

Judaism

Buddhism

Hinduism

Indigenous religions

* new religious movements

* using different methods and approaches, such as:

* studying classical languages, sacred texts, ethics, literature and the arts

* philosophy of religion

* systematic theology, anthropology and sociology

* law and politics

* race and gender

* science and religion

* practical theology