0917 Philosophy and Religious Studies

Philosophy and Religious Studies is the study of the nature and context of human experience, perception, and interpretation of reality, and human spirituality and beliefs.

The main purpose of this narrow field of education is to develop an understanding of theology, metaphysics, ethics, and spirituality the perception of truth, being and reality, and the responsibilities and practices associated with ministering from within a church.

Courses in Narrow Field 0917 Philosophy and Religious Studies develop skills in:

• analysing, constructing and deconstructing arguments using the methods of critical reasoning
• applying theories of logic to rational argument
• authenticating, studying and interpreting religious writings and texts
• evaluating belief systems, ethics and morals
• ministering and counselling individuals and groups
• preparing and conducting services of public worship

This narrow field comprises the following detailed fields:

091701 Philosophy
091703 Religious Studies