Religious & Philosophical Education

You will study three main elements.

You will develop the critical and analytical skills required to address the major cultural, theological and spiritual issues of our time. You will be able to take a number of optional courses in philosophy, theology and religious studies.

You will explore, in the context of Scottish education, how pupils learn and how educators teach most effectively.

At least 35 weeks of the four-year programme will be spent working in schools. This will take the form of block placements of several weeks in schools, with weekly days in university to continue with professional studies.

You will be provided with the opportunity to work in the classroom and develop competence in dealing with children. You will also develop skills in curriculum planning, assessment, reporting, management and organisation.

Catholic students who complete the appropriate course in Religious Education will be awarded the Catholic Teacher’s Certificate in Religious Education.

In keeping with Scottish Education policy, it is envisaged that students on this programme may have an opportunity to study courses within their undergraduate degree which are at Masters level.

This degree is also widely recognised for entry into secondary school teaching in other English-speaking countries.