Overview

The study of philosophy develops analytical rigour and the ability to criticise and reason logically. It allows you to apply these skills to questions ranging from how we acquire knowledge and form moral judgements to the nature of language, art and literature. Since many works of literature are shaped by the dominant philosophical ideas of their epoch, study of philosophy can illuminate that intellectual background.

The study of a modern European language develops analytical and critical abilities as well as highly competent linguistic skills. Studying the literature written in that language contributes to an understanding of many aspects of European culture, enabling students to develop attention to stylistic and terminological detail and rhetorical strategies, and sensitivity to cultural and historical context, all of which are of great value to the study of philosophy. Studying these two disciplines in parallel has numerous advantages and affords students greater insights into each.

Careers

Philosophy and Modern Languages graduates from University of Oxford enter careers including academic teaching and research, teaching, commerce, banking and financial services, journalism and communications. The analytical and reasoning abilities gained from a degree in Philosophy, combined with the communicative skills gained in a degree in Modern Languages, make graduates highly employable in a global field.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

General Philosophy
Moral Philosophy
Logic
Practical Language Work (Two Papers)
Study Of Important Literary Works And/or Topics (Two Papers)
Either Early Modern Philosophy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

110

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Language Studies Philosophy 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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110

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76

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-levels: AAA

Advanced Highers: AA/AAB

IB: 39 (including core points) with 666 at HL

Candidates would usually be expected to have the language or languages to A-level, Advanced Higher, Higher Level in the IB or another academic equivalent unless applying for a beginner's course.
All candidates must take the Modern Languages Admissions Tests (MLAT) as part of their application.

Tuition Fees

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41130 GBP / year

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9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 GBP / month

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