Overview

Compulsory modules give a grounding in both subjects, while optional modules include topics like international relations, 21st century crises and Ancient Greek philosophy.

This Philosophy and Politics with Year Abroad BA course offered by the University of Southampton will give you an excellent education in philosophy and politics. In your degree you can:

develop an understanding of philosophical questions such as ethics, reason and responsibility

explore fundamental and far-reaching issues about human welfare and social justice, political ideals and political realities

take core modules on democracy and the modern state

learn about subfields of political theory, comparative politics and international relations

Year abroad

A year abroad will enhance your understanding of philosophy and politics and let you experience a new culture. Discover more benefits and financial support options for studying abroad.Apply using:

Course name: Philosophy and Politics with a Year Abroad

UCAS code: VL54

conduct research and write your dissertation in one or both subjects

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Ethics

Ethics

Freedom and Responsibility

Mind and World

Reason and Argumen

Ancient Greek Philosophy

Existentialism and its Origins

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Southampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Philosophy Political Science View 641 other Bachelors in Political Science 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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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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67

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IELTS

6.5

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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

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

26000 GBP / year

≈ 26000 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Southampton

United Kingdom

697 - 1093 GBP / month

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