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BA (Hons) Philosophy and Economics at University of Southampton

University of Southampton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

On this joint honours course, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of human welfare and social justice, political ideals and economic realities. You'll study economics and philosophy while broadening your degree through a wide range of optional modules. The critical, logical and imaginative skills you'll develop are sought after by a wide range of employers.

Faculty: Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You'll have the freedom to shape your degree to suit your interests by choosing modules from a wide range of options, including modules outside economics and philosophy. You do not need to choose your modules when you apply. Your academic tutor will help you to customise your course.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including local council libraries, universities, schools, colleges, museums, galleries, publishing, media groups. Careers directly related to the course include chartered accountant, financial risk analyst, economist, social researcher, policy officer, actuary, compliance officer, internal auditor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: AAB plus grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics. IB: Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level. Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C). IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 28,300 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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