BA Philosophy and Politics at University of Southampton

Programme overview

What is freedom? What makes a state legitimate? You’ll explore questions that have challenged philosophers and political theorists throughout history on this BA Philosophy and Politics degree.

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 philosophy and politics. You don't 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 government social researcher, policy officer, political risk analyst, public affairs consultant, university lecturer, academic researcher, parliamentary assistant, trainee solicitor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: ABB. IB: Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points 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

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/how-to-apply/undergraduate-applications.page

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