BA Philosophy at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

What does it mean to believe something—and why does it matter? On our BA Philosophy, you’ll explore these questions and many more. Led by internationally recognised researchers, our programme dives into contemporary philosophy and its impact on real-world challenges.

Department: Philosophy | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Philosophical Traditions, Problems of Philosophy A, Problems of Philosophy B, Art of Persuasion A: Propaganda and Public Discourse, Art of Persuasion B: Philosophical Texts, Moral and Political Philosophy, Reasons to Believe.

Career pathways

By studying a Philosophy degree at the University of Birmingham, you will acquire skills highly sought after by employers in the graduate job market:. Understanding complex information.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Level: AAB. IB: 6,6,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall. BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. Equivalents accepted, see below for full information. IB Diploma. 6,6,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). per year for domestic (UK) students for 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 26,220 a year (2027/28). per year for international students for 2027/28 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/54abe43b-ebd0-05c7-4324-cacad6b84cee

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