Systematic and Philosophical Theology

Entry requirements

2:1 or above (or its international equivalent) in theology and/or religious studies.

Additional information

We may also accept a related subject such as philosophy or history.

Students entering the programme from a humanities discipline other than theology may be required to take the module 'Systematic and Philosophical Theology for Newcomers'.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Do you want to:

• explore the meaning of Christian teaching?
• investigate the implications of Christian belief?
• delve into the relationship between Christianity and philosophy?

What is systematic and philosophical theology?

Systematic and philosophical theology looks at claims about:

• God
• creation and salvation
• the nature of the Church
• human identity and ethics
• and many other ideas at the heart of Christian theology.

Core learning

In particular you will examine:

• the Christian theological tradition from the early church to the present
• Christianity's engagement with philosophy
• the relationship between faith and reason
• the task of theology in the twenty-first century.

Information for international students

IELTS

6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element).