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Politics and Philosophy

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
UCAS CODE: LV25

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Delve into the key political issues and philosophical questions confronting the world today on this joint honours programme.You’ll explore how government policies and decisions are formed and look at challenging philosophical questions on ethics, human rights, justice and many other topics.You won’t simply study politics and philosophy side by side. You’ll see how each subject helps us understand political practices and behaviour and the development of political ideals. This includes examining public policies from the perspective of moral and political philosophy.This degree helps you develop your creative thinking, communication and data analysis skills – preparing you for a rewarding career in areas such as government, the public sector, financial services, education, research or teaching.Politics and Philosophy are ranked 4th and 3rd respectively in the QS World University Rankings – the highest ranking of any UK-based philosophy department.Graduate destinations:Politics graduates have a range of skills and can fit into a variety of positions in modern life. Our former students have followed careers in business and banking, in law, in central and local government, in teaching and research, in public and university administration, and in journalism and television.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • University League Table

    3rd

  • Campus address

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, Houghton Street, London, Greater London, WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    1st out of 46

    3rd out of 74 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    181 86%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    100.0 100%

    1st

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    32nd

    15

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    192 89%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    91.0 91%

    1st

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    45th

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