Philosophy of religion is where philosophical methods meet far-reaching religious doctrines. Join this introductory course to explore some of the big questions that go to the very essence of what it means to be human.
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This course is an introduction to the philosophy of religion, that is the philosophical assessment, critique and defence of religious claims. Despite the rise of various forms of secularism, mainly in the West, religion continues to play an important role in the culture and politics of many societies and in the lives of many individuals. Philosophy of religion is where the philosophical methods meet far-reaching religious doctrines, and where we deal with big questions that go to the very essence of what it means to be human.
What will we cover?
We will cover some of the main questions in the philosophy of religion, such as:
Does the concept of God make sense?
Different conceptions of the nature of God
Arguments for and against the existence of God
The problem of evil
The problem of divine hiddenness
The relationship between science and religion
G W Leibniz and his concept of God
The relationship of philosophy of religion with other branches of philosophy
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
By the end of the course you should be able to discuss some of the central ‘Big Questions’ in the philosophy of religion and would be better equipped to consider them regardless of your personal beliefs.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
No previous study of philosophy or religion is required. An enthusiasm for learning as well as on open and critical mind will enhance your enjoyment and benefit from this course. On joining this course you should be able to read and comment upon extracts from a philosophical text, therefore good understanding of English is required.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
The course will be delivered in one day, via a morning and afternoon session with a lunch break in between, using audio-visual presentations, handouts, tutor presentation and group discussion. No work outside the class is required. At the end of the course a list of Recommended Reading will be provided, as well as pointers to further study, formal and informal, in the philosophy of religion.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No other costs are involved. You are recommended to bring a notepad and pen to make notes.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You might be interested in HRS64 -Reasoning and God: an introduction to theology; HP208 -Philosophy and near-death experience: what can we know? and HP278 - Philosophy and AI,taught by the same tutor.
Edgar ter Danielyan holds a First in Philosophy and Theology from Heythrop College, University of London, a research MA in Philosophy from the University of Buckingham (where he studied under the late Prof. Sir Roger Scruton), a Chartered Fellowship in Computing, and the Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies with Distinction from the Catholic Bishops Conference of England and Wales. He is a member of the Royal Institute of Philosophy, the British Society for the Philosophy of Religion, and the British Philosophical Association. His work in the philosophy of religion has been published in the Analysis and Heythrop journals, and he has delivered papers on topics in the philosophy of religion at the universities of Oxford and Birmingham.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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