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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. This programme brings together leaders in the fields of philosophy, science and theology, based both in Edinburgh and across the world.
These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.
A UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent in a relevant natural science (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, mathematics) or relevant humanities subject (e.g. theology, religious studies, philosophy).
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Compulsory courses
Philosophy, Science and Religion 1: The Physical World
Philosophy, Science and Religion 2: Life and Mind
Dissertation
If you take the full MSc route, you will write a dissertation on a research topic developed in consultation with your supervisor.
Option courses
History of Science and Religion
Philosophy of Religion
Philosophy of Science
Islamic Philosophy
Islam and Science
Science, Sorcery and Wonder in Islam
In addition, students are able to take option courses from the online MSc in Epistemology, Ethics and Mind:
Epistemology
Ethics
Philosophy of Mind and Cognitive Science
Advanced Epistemology
Advanced Ethics
Advanced Philosophy of Mind and Cognitive Science
The options on offer change from year to year. If you would like to find out more about which courses will be available in your chosen year of study then please contact the Programme Director.
With the agreement of your Programme Director, you may also choose options from other taught masters programmes in the School or University, and from advanced undergraduate courses such as:
Historical Jesus
Jesus in Film
Sex and Gender in the Hebrew Bible
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