BA (Hons) Moral and Philosophical Studies with Religious Education Bachelor's degree at UHI
BA (Hons) Moral and Philosophical Studies with Religious Education at UHI. The course, established in 2011, is a nationally recognised UK degree. You'll engage with core theory, research and methods, applied practice, specialist options, an independent project, and professional skills development.
About this course
BA (Hons) Moral and Philosophical Studies with Religious Education is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at UHI, based in UHI Inverness. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For Education and teaching graduates from this provider, typical earnings around £32,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Philosophy & Religion, see the sections below.
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 6 modules
- Thinking and writing for study, work and lifeCore
- Problems in philosophyCore
- Introduction to systematic theologyCore
- Jesus and the GospelsCore
- Protestant reformationCore
- Values and professional practice in educationCore
Year 2 6 modules
- Knowledge: a philosophical analysisCore
- Exploring other faithsCore
- Scottish church historyCore
- Moral philosophyCore
- Anthropology of religionCore
- RMPS Educational placements 1a and 1b: How learners learn and manage transitionsCore
Year 3 4 modules
- Continental philosophyCore
- Enacting the curriculumCore
- Philosophy of scienceCore
- RMPS Educational placements 2a and 2bCore
Year 4 4 modules
- Christian ethicsCore
- Existential philosophy and literatureCore
- RMPS Educational placements 3a and 3bCore
- Teacher enquiry in RMPSCore
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study moral philosophy and religious thought alongside critical reasoning and the history of ideas. A course like this typically begins with foundational modules in philosophy, ethics and logic, moving through history of philosophy and focused work on questions in philosophy of mind, religion and political philosophy. In your final year, you'll pursue specialist options such as ethics & applied ethics, philosophy of science, logic, or religion & theology, culminating in an advanced seminar and a sustained independent dissertation. Throughout, you develop skills in argument, interpretation and analytical writing grounded in philosophical practice.
Who it's for
This course suits those seeking flexible, part-time study in philosophy and religious thought. It's designed for learners who want to develop critical understanding of moral frameworks, philosophical inquiry, and religious education within a structured degree programme.
Careers & job market
Across Philosophy and Religion courses nationally, 85% of graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating. Of those working, 60% are in highly skilled roles or continuing their studies. National earnings data shows starting salaries (at 15 months) typically range from £23,500 to £30,000; after five years, £25,500 to £36,000. These figures reflect the broader graduate population and vary by individual role and sector. Check the university's funding pages for bursaries and scholarships.
University & format
This degree is offered by the University of the Highlands and Islands at UHI Inverness. It is a part-time Bachelor's degree (BA Hons) taught in English. The university is a recognised UK degree-awarding body; degrees are nationally recognised. The course length is not specified in the available information.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
UHI publishes tuition by domicile, award level, study mode and delivery. Use the individual course page for the exact year-by-year fee.
Published UHI fee framework
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Careers & earnings
What Philosophy & Religion graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £32,000 | £29,000 – £37,000 | 315 |
| 3 years after | £24,000 | £17,000 – £31,500 | 50 |
| 5 years after | £28,000 | £23,500 – £36,500 | 50 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 315. Cohort 2021-22.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in philosophy & religion · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Philosophy & Religion nationally
National figures for Philosophy & Religion graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
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Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Philosophy & Religion courses at the same study level.
Compared with 497 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Job market & outlook
How Philosophy & Religion graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Philosophy & Religion graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Schools & universities
- Think tanks
- Charities & NGOs
- Civil service
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Philosophy & Religion graduates.
Philosophy AdjunctCommonwealth Of VirginiaTeaching Fellow in Ethics and Political Philosophy - DurhamDurham UniversityIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Fees and funding
UHI publishes tuition by domicile, award level, study mode and delivery. Use the individual course page for the exact year-by-year fee.
Where graduates go
Most graduates were in work or further study, with a median salary of £32,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
University of the Highlands and Islands
Historical, philosophical and religious studies across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
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