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Philosophy, Psychology and Scientific Thought - BA (Hons)

University of Leeds

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Leeds, Main

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Combining philosophy, psychology, and the history of science, this varied, interesting and unique degree allows you to explore the most fundamental questions about our minds.You’ll study these different yet closely related specialisms and how they relate to the nature of the mind. By utilising scientific, philosophical, and historical methods, you'll understand what the mind is and how it works. Optional and compulsory modules will allow you to examine the mechanisms of the brain, childhood development, how mental illnesses have historically been conceptualised and treated, the history of psychology, and the philosophical question of what the relationship is between the mind and the brain.You’ll also be able to study a broader range of topics in philosophy and the history of science. These might include how science is communicated, moral philosophy, artificial intelligence, race and gender, and the history of scientific responses to global challenges such as pandemics and major advances in technology.Additional highlightsA flagship ‘Research in History and Philosophy of Science’ module in your second year, unique to Leeds, that will equip you with the research skills you need to successfully complete your final year research project, giving you access to cutting edge research and a variety of research methods from a range of staff members, and allow you to build relationships and a sense of community with peers on your course.A choice between two different kinds of research project in your final year. Both offer you the guidance of an individual supervisor, but one also offers the scaffolded support of an associated module, while the other allows you the freedom to pursue an independent research project of your choosing.The School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science has a vibrant body of international staff numbering over 80, with no fewer than 17 Professors across the School’s three disciplines, including two Fellows of the British Academy. Much staff research is internationally renowned and interdisciplinary, with collaborations not only across the natural sciences and social sciences, but also with policy organisations, professional bodies, national museums, charities and faith organisations.The School of Psychology has over 70 members of academic, research and support staff, including 12 Professors, and is renowned for high quality research, much of it in collaboration with government departments, research councils, the NHS and industry.Specialist facilitiesLeeds has world-class facilities for students of Philosophy, Psychology and Scientific thought. The University libraries are among the largest in the UK and offer a course of workshops and webinars to help you make the most of their collections, digital resources and databases.The School of Psychology has excellent facilities including dedicated computer laboratories, EEG equipment for measuring the brain's electrical activity, and the human appetite research unit with its state-of-the-art facilities.Take a look around our libraries:Brotherton Library Laidlaw Library Edward Boyle Library

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£ 26,000per year

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University information

University of Leeds

University of Leeds

University of Leeds

  • University League Table

    21st

  • Campus address

    University of Leeds, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, England

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A global community with staff and students from over 130 countries, providing opportunities to meet and work with people from around the world.
The University of Leeds continually invests in its campus, from new labs and lecture theatres to one of the most impressive libraries in the UK.
The University of Leeds has been welcoming international students for over 100 years, so you can be sure of experienced help throughout your time at Leeds.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    19th out of 46 1

    24th out of 118 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    160 76%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    18th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.94 73%

    42nd

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 220
    160 73%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    36th

    16

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 75%

    82nd

    25

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