Frequently asked questions about the teaching of Philosophy and Ethics and Philosophy of Life

NOTICE!: These facts are based on the old law. The new law of freedom of religion has changed the situation a bit. We will update this page as soon as possible.

Philosophy: 

·     How many courses of Philosophy are there in upper secondary school? 

·     Is it possible to study Philosophy in primary or lower secondary school? 

·     Can there be a combined teacher's post of Religion and Philosophy? 

Elämänkatsomustieto, ET (Ethics and Philosophy of Life): 

·     What is "Elämänkatsomustieto"? 

·     How many lessons of ET are there? 

·     Who is allowed to study ET? 

·     Why can't the student of his/her parents choose between religion and ET? 

·     Is it possible to choose between Religion and ET in upper secondary school? 

·     Can an upper secondary student decide, whether to be a church member or not? 

·     How do you define the correct student group? 

·     Do the ET-students have to attend church and the religious gatherings in the morning? 

·     Who is allowed to teach ET? 

·     Can a teacher of Religion teach ET? 

·     Can a teacher of ET teach Religion? 

·     Can there be a combined teacher's post of Religion and ET? 

·     Is the ET-teacher obliged to attend church and the religious gatherings in the morning?