Overview

At a Glance

German at Aberdeen has an outstanding reputation. It looks at film, visual culture, gender studies, literature and history.

Philosophers ask fundamental questions such as 'What is knowledge? What is the nature of truth? Why should we act morally? Philosophy contributes to what is a 'good' or 'valid' argument to specific problems.

Why Study German and Philosophy?

The German and Philosophy (5 years) programme of the University of Aberdeen takes a multi-disciplinary approach with courses covering German film and visual culture, gender studies, literature and history. Courses focus on Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

A small, friendly department with a flourishing German Club and a Drama Group that puts on an annual play in German.

New students can choose from a varied menu including Moral Philosophy, Informal and Formal Reasoning, Metaphysics, Epistemology, the Philosophy of Science and History of Philosophy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Experience, Knowledge and Reality

German for Beginners

German Language

Modern German Culture

How Should One Live?

Controversial Questions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

600 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Philosophy German and Scandinavian studies View 468 other Bachelors in Philosophy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

SQA Highers

Standard: AABB

Minimum: BBB

Adjusted: BB

A LEVELS

Standard: BBB

Minimum: BBC

Adjusted: CCC

International Baccalaureate

32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL

Irish Leaving Certificate

5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3

English Language Requirements

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

20800 GBP / year

≈ 20800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

RUK students fee - £9,535 per year

Living costs

Aberdeen

United Kingdom

729 - 1069 GBP / month

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

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Overview

At a Glance

Why Study German and Philosophy?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Aberdeen

Funding

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