Moral and Philosophical Studies with Religious Education
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Moral and Philosophical Studies with Religious Education
Course Summary
This new BA (Hons) Moral and Philosophical Studies with Religious Education is aimed at those considering a career as a Religious Education (RE) or Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies (RMPS) teacher in a Secondary School setting, or to those interested in exploring theological, moral and philosophical issues and debates, who would like to gain an understanding of how to lead learning. Supported by the Scottish Government, the course has been developed to address the shortage of skilled teachers in this area.
A contemporary and unique four-year programme, the course combines academic study in theology, ethics, and philosophy, with vocational training as a teacher, via an innovative mix of online learning and 30 weeks of full-time placements in schools. The education elements focus on enacting the curriculum and teaching techniques, while the school placements provide the benefit of mentoring and experience within a classroom setting.
Course Details - Modules
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Course Details – Assessment Method
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
X104
Institution code:
H49
Campus Name:
Inverness College UHI
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Must include English
Must include English
An aptitude for teaching and working with young people should be displayed in your application.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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AdditionalDetails
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
86%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
45%
Go onto work and study:
80%
Fees and funding
England
9000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
Wales
9000.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9000.0
Year 1
Republic of Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
Scotland
1820.0
Year 1
EU
12360.0
Year 1
International
12360.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
EU students commencing their studies from 2021-22 academic year, who do not have pre-settled or settled status in the UK, will be considered as international for tuition fee purposes. For 2021-22, the university offered an automatic scholarship of £3,000 per annum and the 4th year of study free for those studying full-time, on continuous study, who had paid for the previous three years at the University of the Highlands and Islands. A decision on scholarships for 2022-23 entry is still to be confirmed.
Eligible EU students, with pre-settled/settled status, will be considered as home students for fee purposes and will be charged the Scotland-domiciled fee rate, which may be covered by the Scottish Government. To find out more please visit www.saas.gov.uk
RUK students studying for a consecutive four year full-time degree, only years 1, 2 and 3 incur the fees stated, year 4 is free.
For full details on fees and funding please visit https://www.uhi.ac.uk/en/studying-at-uhi/first-steps/how-much-will-it-cost/
Provider information
UHI Executive Office
Ness Walk
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Inverness
IV3 5SQ
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