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Introducing the Philosophy of Religion

Run by Open University

OnlineOnline (global)Self-paced; approximately 12 hoursFreeOpenLow effort

About this opportunity

<p>A free OpenLearn course from The Open University introducing philosophy of religion. Led by Timothy Chappell, Professor of Philosophy, it asks what the words "God" and "religion" mean and what it is to ask philosophical questions about them.</p><ul><li>Approximately 12 hours of study; fully self-paced</li><li>Level 2 (Intermediate) – accessible to learners without prior philosophy background</li><li>Covers definitions of "God" and "religion", belief versus evidence, and the main arguments for and against God's existence</li><li>Free to enrol; learners earn a Statement of Participation on completion</li><li>Available entirely online through OpenLearn</li></ul><p>Learners can start directly from the course page – free registration is optional but required to track progress and earn the Statement of Participation.</p>

Who can apply

Open to all; no prerequisites. Level 2 (Intermediate) – suitable for Upper Sec, JC, pre-U, and polytechnic students curious about philosophy or religious studies.

How to apply

Open any section of the course on OpenLearn to start straight away without signing up. To track your progress and earn the free Statement of Participation, create an OpenLearn account, sign in and enrol.

What you get

Certificate

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by Open University.

Who can apply?+

Open to all; no prerequisites. Level 2 (Intermediate) – suitable for Upper Sec, JC, pre-U, and polytechnic students curious about philosophy or religious studies.

Is it paid?+

Free to apply. No participant fees.

How do I apply?+

Open any section of the course on OpenLearn to start straight away without signing up.

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