Overview

The Philosophy and Sociology (Hons) BA degree from the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) discipline focuses on problematic concepts, such as existence, reason and truth, which occur in every sphere of human enquiry, but more specifically on problematic concepts that belong to particular areas of thought and practice, such as politics, economics, religion, science and ethics.

Special features

The joint honours degree in two complementary subjects gives you greater flexibility in employment, advanced study and research opportunities
The degree can be studied full time or part time to suit your personal circumstances
You can study individual modules for personal or professional development

Career opportunities:

Philosophy and Sociology graduates are found working in almost every type of employer in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Opportunities are available in arts-based areas like publishing, the media, journalism, advertising and teaching, through to computing and IT.

Once you have successfully completed this course, you might like to consider careers in:

local government and the civil service
advertising, marketing and public relations agencies
management consultancies
secondary schools, further education colleges and higher education institutions
law firms
publishing companies
charities
banking and insurance companies
accountancy firms
recruitment agencies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Scottish tradition in philosophy
Neurons, brains, and minds: a philosophical investigation
Existential philosophy and literature
Insiders and outsiders in society
Restorative justice, ideas and values

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Inverness, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology Philosophy View 21 other Bachelors in Sociology 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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Other requirements

General requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, or

2 A levels at grade BC or above

At least two of these must be from the list of relevant subjects

Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

7080 GBP / year

≈ 7080 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of the UK: £6,420 per year

Part-time

For students normally domiciled in Scotland: £915 per year

Rest of the UK: £1,070 per year

International: £1,180 per year

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