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Philosophy and Politics - BA (Hons)

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

You’ll explore questions that have challenged philosophers and political theorists throughout history on this BA Philosophy and Politics degree. Compulsory modules give a grounding in both subjects, while optional modules include topics like international relations, 21st century crises and Ancient Greek philosophy. This degree will give you an excellent education in philosophy and politics. In your degree you can- develop an understanding of philosophical questions such as ethics, reason and responsibility,explore fundamental and far-reaching issues about human welfare and social justice, political ideals and political realities,take core modules on democracy and the modern state,learn about subfields of political theory, comparative politics and international relations,conduct research and write your dissertation in one or both subjects.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 24,200per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    16th out of 46 2

    25th out of 74 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    145 69%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    21st

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    15th

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    146 67%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    11th

    15

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    67th

    2

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