Modern Languages And Philosophy, Ethics And Religion

Highlights

Study your chosen language, French or Spanish, we cater for those beginning a language from scratch, as well as more advanced learners. Broaden your horizons, spending a year abroad where your chosen language is spoken, increase your confidence and cultural awareness. Delve into topics that cover history, literature, cinema, theatre, and popular culture.

We cover different ethical approaches, analytical and continental philosophy, and multiple Eastern and Western religions. Exciting programme of guest speakers: previously featuring an exorcist and a medical doctor on exorcism, a Chief Druid on Paganism, police officers who have arrested serial killers, and former MP Jack Straw.

Course overview

Focusing on language, culture, behaviour, opinions, and ideas, this BA Modern Languages and Philosophy, Ethics and Religion incorporates some of the most fundamental aspects of humanity and the human experience. With modules that explore ethics, analytical and continental philosophy, and Eastern and Western religions, you will have opportunities to debate some of the questions that have been asked for centuries. What does it mean to be human?

How should we resolve moral dilemmas? Is it possible to prove that God exists? You will learn and develop your competence in writing, speaking and comprehension in one of the languages we offer - French or Spanish.

You can explore historical and cultural aspects relating to your chosen language and the communities that speak it, such as film, contemporary issues or politics. Our Modern Languages staff have expertise in translation, film, literature, travel writing, performance, visual cultures, popular culture, socio-political change and transnational cultures. Meanwhile, the staff who teach Philosophy, Ethics and Religion specialise in diverse, often conflicting, fields of expertise, such as religious extremism, existentialism, aesthetics, and Holocaust studies.

Their interests span a host of ethical approaches, from queer and feminist ethics to Asian or African ethics, consequentialism and deontology. They cover religions from around the world: Christianity, Islamic Studies, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, Voodoo, Satanism, Paganism, and Wicca. Read more Course options International Experience Year What is the International Experience Year?

Take your studies to the next level and graduate with ‘International Experience' in your degree title. This degree offers an optional additional International Experience Year, giving you the chance to spend a year abroad. Why choose an International Experience Year?

Expand your horizons and gain a fresh perspective by living and learning in a different country Boost your career prospects by graduating with international experience and intercultural skills Choose your adventure from a range of exciting destinations and partner universities to find your perfect fit. Is there language support? If you plan to study in a country where English is not spoken natively, there may be language courses available for you at Bangor and in your host university to improve your language skills.

Is the International Experience Year for you? You'll have the chance to explore the International Experience Year option after starting your course at Bangor. We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision.

Ready to Explore the World? Discover more about the International Experience Year option, read about the studying and working abroad options on the Student Exchanges section of our website. Part-Time Study Balancing your personal and professional life while pursuing higher education doesn't have to be a dream.

At Bangor University, many of our undergraduate degrees are available part time. How Does Part-Time Study Work? Part-time students attend the same classes as their full-time peers, but typically with a reduced weekly timetable.

This allows you to engage fully in the learning experience, collaborate with fellow…