This programme will encourage you to think critically, reason effectively and be reflective. It will raise questions about the mind-body-soul relationship, the meaning of life, ethical challenges and how society influences ethical beliefs. You will explore how religion shapes the world, philosophical issues and theories, the nature of knowledge, existence, science, reality, morality, justice, health, politics, social media and the digital world, and more.

Your sessions will comprise a mix of interactive activities run by researchers across departments. Along the way, you will be supported by key members of staff who will offer guidance on applying to university and will be available to discuss any practical concerns you may have.

Philosophy and Religious Studies will inspire you to open your mind and ask questions, teaching you to think rigorously, debate and defend your views. This strand will also enhance further transferable skills such as communication, empathy and imaginative thinking, critical reasoning and problem-solving techniques. If you are eager to tackle discussions around what really matters, on exploring diverse ways of living or reflecting on human nature and how the world is influenced by these fields of thought, this is the course for you.

This subject activity strand has contributions from the following departments:

• Classics, Ancient History, Religion and Theology
• Social and Political Sciences, Philosophy, and Anthropology