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Philosophy and Politics with a Year Abroad - BA

Swansea University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts - BA

  • Location

    Singleton Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Some of the major issues of our time, such as the cost-of-living crisis, Brexit, the American presidency of Trump, climate change and Covid-19, have not only generated substantial interest in politics, but also prompted reflection on key philosophical concepts such as democracy, freedom, truth and justice. The BA Philosophy and Politics degree at Swansea University enables students to explore fundamental questions about the world around us and the kind of society that we want to live in. This includes what it means to be free, the most desirable form of democracy, the nature of the self and how to live a morally good life.The BA Philosophy and Politics with a Year Abroad degree equips you with key intellectual skills that are much sought-after by many employers. These include critical thinking, problem-solving, open-mindedness and effective information analysis.With teaching informed by the research expertise of members in our Department of Politics, Philosophy and International Relations, you will study modules at the intersection of philosophy and politics, allowing you to explore the ways that philosophy and politics connect and how they can be combined to understand and overcome the major social challenges that we face.Philosophy at Swansea is ranked:- 1st in the UK for Teaching on my Course (NSS 2024) - 1st in the UK for Student Voice (NSS 2024) Politics at Swansea is ranked:- 4th in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025)- 8th in the UK for Academic Support (NSS 2024) Based on the average positivity score across questions 1 to 4 in the NSS 2024, when ranked against universities featured in the Times Good University GuideBased on the average positivity score across questions 22 to 25 in the NSS 2024, when ranked against universities featured in the Times Good University GuideBased on the average positivity score across questions 15 to 16 in the NSS 2024, when ranked against universities featured in the Times Good University GuideThe degree programme provides a tailored suite of modules to ensure a focused and rich experience of philosophy and politics. This includes specialist modules that explore some key intersections of philosophy and politics. At the same time, there is sufficient variety and flexibility to ensure that you can shape the degree around your own interests.Philosophy and Politics graduates can look at careers in human resources (HR), finance and marketing, public relations (PR) and sales. They are also well-equipped for the civil service and teaching.You will spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experience. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    40th

  • Campus address

    Singleton Park Campus, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, United Kingdom

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Swansea offers an outstanding study experience across two beachside campuses, with a community of 4,800+ undergraduates and postgraduates from 100+ countries.
Swansea's dedicated international recruitment, admissions and student support teams will help to guide you from application to arrival and beyond.
Ranked 40th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026), Swansea University offers an exceptional education combined with an unforgettable student experience.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    32nd out of 46

    39th out of 74 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    128 61%

    32nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.47 87%

    1st

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    115 53%

    49th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    15th

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.25 81%

    17th

    13

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