Overview

This Philosophy and Politics (Hons) BA programme from the Queen's University Belfast allows for the development of an in-depth appreciation of the ideas that help to explain the foundations of the modern world, democracy and political stability.

Career opportunities:

The Philosophy and Politics programme from Queen's University Belfast provides a stimulating programme of study and intellectual training useful in many walks of life and future career paths. Graduates are equipped with the necessary attributes for graduate employment or postgraduate education and training, and are able to make a difference in whatever future career they choose.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Ethics

Philosophical Theology

Philosophy for Children

Issues in the Philosophy of Science

Topics in Epistemology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Other requirements

General requirements

A level requirements

ABB

Irish leaving certificate requirements

H3H3H3H3H3H3/H2H3H3H3H3

Access/Foundation Course

Successful completion of Access Course with an average of 70%.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

33 points overall, including 6,5,5 at Higher Level. If not offered at Higher Level/GCSE then Standard Level grade 4 in English would be accepted.

BTEC Level 3 Extended/National Extended Diploma

QCF BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits at Level 3) with overall grades of D*DD

RQF BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 GLH at Level 3) with overall grades of D*DD

Graduate

A minimum of a 2:2 Honours Degree

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There are no specific subject requirements to study Philosophy and Politics.

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Tuition Fee

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International

20800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20800 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4750 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4750 GBP per year during 36 months.

England, Scotland or Wales (GB) £9,250; Republic of Ireland (ROI) £4,750; EU Other £20,800

Living costs for Belfast

561 - 887 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Belfast

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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