School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science

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Sacred Queer Stories

A research project led by Professor Adriaan van Klinken exploring the intersections of bible stories and the life stories of Ugandan LGBTI refugees.

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Free online course: History and Philosophy of Science in 20 Objects

Discover 20 interesting objects and how they have shaped our understanding of a range of topics, from the human mind, to creationism, genetics and even economics.

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History and Philosophy of Science Society

Discover what our students get up to on Museum Mondays with the History and Philosophy of Science Society.

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School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science

The School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science is committed to translating research into inspirational learning and teaching across a wide range of courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level. 

Join us to become a part of a lively, interdisciplinary and supportive community of students and staff from across the world.

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Undergraduate

Study subjects that affect our lives on a daily basis and challenge yourself to gain the skills and tools that are needed to understand the contemporary world.

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Masters

Further your knowledge of your chosen subject with a Masters degree, postgraduate diploma or a postgraduate certificate. We offer part-time and distance-learning too.

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Research degrees

Become a key member of our academic research community and study in a supportive and challenging environment enabling you to pursue your research interests.

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Our research

Our research is focused around the following research centres:

Centre for Aesthetic, Moral, and Political Philosophy | Centre for History and Philosophy of Science | Centre for Metaphysics and Mind | Centre for Philosophy of Religion | Centre for Religion and Public Life. 

Our staff have significant responsibilities in national and international research groupings, publish books and articles, and have an impressive record of research grant capture.

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Research seminar: Wellbeing and intellectual property

Wednesday 12 May 2021, 12:00 - 13:15

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History and Philosophy of Science Seminar: Michael Stuart

Wednesday 12 May 2021, 15:15 - 17:00

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Link to Leeds event: student opportunities

Wednesday 19 May 2021

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History and Philosophy of Science Seminar: Dr Haixin Dang

Wednesday 19 May 2021, 15:15 - 17:00

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