Short Course No. 17: Science and Religion in Schools

Aim of Course

This short weekend course is for busy teachers, whether in the sciences, philosophy or religious studies. It will give informed input by highly qualified experts on some of the latest thinking in the science-religion area, give information about resources available to teachers, as well as tackle some of the thorny issues arising in the classroom.

Speakers (listed in alphabetical order) and topics

See multimedia items for this course.

• Dr Denis Alexander : Does Evolution Have any Theological Significance?
• Mr David Allard : ‘Perspectives on Science’: A New Venture in Post-16 Education; and Workshop
• John Bryant : Science and Religion  An Overview; and Current Ethical Challenges in the Biosciences
• Revd Dr Rodney Holder : Is the Universe Designed?
• Revd Dr John Polkinghorne KBE FRS: Theology in the Context of Science
• Bob White FRS : Why Care for the Environment?

Venue

The course will be held at Westminster College, Madingley Rd, Cambridge, CB3 0AA. Click here to obtain further details about the College.

Westminster College is housed in an impressive late 19th century grade II listed building situated in two acres of gardens within easy walking distance of Cambridge City Centre, the celebrated ‘Backs’ and other University Colleges.

Westminster College is on the main ring road within easy access off the M11 and A14 and has limited on-site parking. The College is a short taxi ride from the train and bus stations. Airport coach or train from Stansted Airport (the most convenient airport for Cambridge) takes 30-40 minutes. Location map for Westminster College.

Course Schedule