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Philosophy, Science and Religion (Online Learning) MSc

The University of Edinburgh

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Philosophy, science and religion are three endeavours that shape, in far-reaching and fundamental ways, how we think, what we value, and how we live. Public discourse, professional life, politics and culture revolve around the philosophical, scientific and religious ideas of our age yet they and their relationship to each other are not well understood.This programme brings together leaders in the fields of philosophy, science and theology, based both in Edinburgh and across the world.You will be brought up to date with the relevant scientific developments including:quantum mechanicsrelativitycosmologyevolutionary biologyneurosciencehuman originsextraterrestrial lifeAnd the relevant theological issues including:problem of evilmiraclestheological conceptions of creationtheological conceptions of providenceeschatologytheological anthropologyAnd the philosophical tools that are required to understand the relationship between them such as:the philosophy of sciencemetaphysicsepistemologyphilosophy of languageIt provides an excellent preparation for further research and knowledge of philosophy, whether you choose to pursue this in further in academic research or in a professional career.This is an online-only programme and you can customise your learning in areas you are most passionate about.

Application deadline

03/04/2026

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Tuition fees

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£ 21,600per year

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    13th out of 46 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    186 88%

    5th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    24th

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.87 72%

    44th

    8

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