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English and Philosophy BA (Hons)

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

English and Philosophy are mutually supportive subjects that provide distinct but corresponding methodologies for our understanding of the world. The joint study of English literary cultures (including theatre, film and creative writing) and Philosophy (including philosophy of language, ethics, metaphysics and logic) will throw you into some of the oldest debates around the very possibility of meaningful life.


Delve into some of the oldest debates, exploring the human experience through literature and philosophical thought.

Literature and philosophical thought are both interested in questioning the very nature of our existence. Whether it’s exploring the meaning of life, the definition of morality or the role of religion, these big topics will help you tackle the issues of today.In English, you'll study literature from the medieval period to the present day, with the chance to explore areas as diverse as animal studies, the history of the Gothic, American literature, theatre, creative writing and film.In philosophy, you'll study the essential cornerstones of the subject (including philosophy of language, ethics, metaphysics and logic) alongside distinctive specialist modules on topics like philosophy of education, philosophy of law, philosophy of the arts, film and philosophy, and feminism.


Why choose this course?

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Interrogate life’s big questions

- combining the study of literature with philosophical thought results in an in-depth understanding of the human experience, providing the skills to tackle the issues of tomorrow.-


Top 100 in the world for philosophy QS World Rankings 2023

- learn from world-leading staff teaching an exceptionally diverse range of modules.-


Work placements across local and national companies

- stand out from the crowd through real work experience opportunities that equip you with new skills, build contacts and help you prepare for your future career.

Application deadline

29 January

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University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, England

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Pathway programmes are available to help students with English as a second language and different educational backgrounds prepare for their academic career.
With nearly 11,000 international students, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety and strong sense of community and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for high-achieving international students who demonstrate excellent academic potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    27th out of 96 1

    18th out of 47 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    150 74%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    51st

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    49th

    16

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    151 72%

    20th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    21st

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    21st

    3

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