Overview

This Philosophy BA course offered by the University of Southampton will help you develop your own thoughts on abstract issues and introduce you to philosophical debate. You'll explore questions in core areas, such as:

ethics
epistemology
metaphysics
philosophy of mind
political philosophy

You'll apply philosophical thought to practical questions on subjects including:

global poverty
future generations
sex and gender
artificial intelligence

As part of this course you can:

get involved in many events, including talks by visiting philosophers and activities arranged by the student-led Philosophy Society
take part in the Philosophy Café, where you can discuss philosophy in an informal, relaxed atmosphere
develop research and presentation skills
choose from a wide range of optional modules to follow your interests
explore subjects as varied as scriptwriting and Islamic philosophy

This degree is also offered with a year studying abroad.

Career Opportunities

You’ll graduate with a wide range of transferable skills such as

critical thinking
analysis
communication
mental agility
team working

Career skills are embedded at every stage of our courses and certain modules offer specific teaching in reasoning and communication.

Philosophy graduates have secured roles as diverse as:

publishing
journalism
IT
human resources (HR) coordinator
investment analyst
digital marketing coordinator
tax consultant
data analyst
project manager
teacher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Ethics
Ethics
Freedom and Responsibility
Mind and World
Reason and Argumen
Ancient Greek Philosophy
Existentialism and its Origins

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

68

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Southampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Philosophy View 472 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

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

68

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Other requirements

General requirements

One of the following:

A-levels: ABB
International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level
BTEC: Distinction, Distinction, Merit in the BTEC Extended Diploma or Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC Diploma plus B in an A level or Distinction in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB in two A levels

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

24200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24200 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9535 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9535 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Southampton

697 - 1093 GBP /month

Living costs

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