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Politics, Religion and Philosophy - BA (Hons)

University of Birmingham

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Course options

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Question the systems and practices that shape modern societies and lead the discourse on today’s issues, assumptions and theories.Engage with experts across subjects. You’ll be taught by world-class academics across the departments of Theology and Religion, Philosophy, and Politics and International Studies, diving deep into a variety of topics.Tailor your undergraduate degree course and focus on the areas of each discipline that interest you most. In your second and final years, you have the option to focus your studies more on theology and religion, philosophy, or politics, depending on where your strengths and interests lie. Whatever you choose to specialise in, you will graduate with well-rounded skills in debating and reflective thinking.


Why study this course?

- Focus on philosophy with real-world relevance and contemporary application. Delve into current topics such as mental health, sex, applied ethics, sustainability and more.- Access fantastic resources to support your studies and research, including the thousands of religious texts and manuscripts in the Cadbury Research Library.- Learn to critically engage with a wide range of religions and faiths in one of the most religiously and cultural diverse cities in Europe.- Take advantage of opportunities to complete a placement in a variety of settings at home and abroad, ranging from the cultural and educational sectors to NGOs and law firms. You'll enter the workplace with the skills required to shape the political and cultural agendas of the future.


Top 10 for Theology and Religion in the Complete University Guide 2025


11th for Philosophy in the Complete University Guide 2025

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 22,860per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    11th out of 45

    19th out of 77 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    136 68%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    11th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.32 83%

    15th

    14

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    132 67%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    8th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    51st

    1

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