BA (Hons) Philosophy at University of East Anglia

Programme overview

Philosophy tackles the big questions shaping our world, from AI and animal rights to justice and trust. Studying philosophy builds the critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills employers value most. Explore the big questions about knowledge, mind, and values, guided by inspiring researchers.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities | Department: School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad | Study mode: full-time (placement year available) (year abroad available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This three-year degree is designed to help you think more clearly, engage with timely questions, and discover how philosophical skills open doors to a wide range of careers. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Classic Readings in Philosophy, The Meaning of Life, Ethics of Technology, Modern Readings in Philosophy, Reasoning and Logic, Philosophy of Social Transformation. Year 2: Philosophy of History and Politics for Second Years, Ethics for Second Years. Year 3: Mind and Language for Third Years.

Career pathways

With a BA Philosophy degree, you could develop a career as a: Teacher: Teach critical thinking, ethics, and philosophical ideas in schools or colleges Policy Analyst: Research political or social issues and advise governments or organisations on policy decisions Journalist: Investigate issues and communicate complex ideas clearly through articles, broadcasts, or digital media Solicitor: Use logical reasoning and argument to advise clients and prepare legal cases Communications Manager: Shape messages and strategies that help organisations engage audiences and influence opinion

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Entry requirements

A levels ABB Contextual offer: BBC BTEC DDM Contextual offer: DMM BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers. Combinations of BTEC and A levels Diploma: DD plus B at A level. Contextual: DD plus C at A level. Extended Certificate: D plus BB at A level. Contextual: D plus BC at A level. Access to HE Diploma Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3. Contextual offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and Pass in 15 credits at Level 3. T levels Obtain an overall Merit. Foundation Year... All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4 In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies page. English language: IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 24,250 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad

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