BA (Hons) Philosophy (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Philosophy is the careful, reasoned engagement with fundamental questions about human existence, truth and knowledge, right and wrong, politics and justice, art, faith and reason. But you’ll do more than explore ideas with us. You’ll apply philosophy in real-world scenarios, examining philosophy’s role in addressing global, social and political challenges.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences | Department: School of Global Affairs | Duration: Full time 4 years | Study mode: full-time (includes a year studying abroad) | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Knowledge and Reality in a Complex World, History of Philosophy: Ideas that Shaped the West, Ethics: How Should I Live?, History of Philosophy: Resistance and Inclusion, Political Philosophy: How Should we Live Together?. Year 2 core modules: Applied Philosophy: Decisions that Change the World, Mind, World and Science, Philosophy Guided Project. Year 3 core modules: Your Year Abroad. Year 4 core modules: Philosophy Independent Project: Extended Study.

Career pathways

Employers seek individuals with the mental agility and critical thinking skills to tackle and solve complex and novel challenges. They look for independence of mind, and the ability to communicate clearly at all levels.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB. Access to HE Diploma: 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 15 Level 3 credits at Merit. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM. BTEC in combination with A levels: A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade BB plus BTEC at D. International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects. T levels: Distinction overall. GCSE requirements: English Language grade 4/C. English language requirements: If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

International applicants: GBP 26,300 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

Duration: Full time 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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