Philosophy BA (Hons)

Our Philosophy BA will help you to develop different perspectives on problems around you. Kings offers an extremely wide range of Philosophy modules for you to choose from, with no gaps in coverage from pre-Socrates to the present day. Youll also have the chance to study Indian Philosophy or Medieval Philosophy; an opportunity only available at a handful of UK universities. Located in the heart of London, our Department has particular strengths in the philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, political philosophy and ancient philosophy.<br/><br/>Students will have the option to transfer to the four-year Philosophy with a Year Abroad BA course. Students on the Philosophy with a Year Abroad BA will spend their third year studying abroad before returning to complete a final year with King’s.<br/><br/>**Key benefits**<br/>- The Philosophy Department is ranked 4th in the UK and 6th in Europe in the QS World Rankings by Subject 2018.<br/><br/><br/>- Kings offers an exceptionally wide range of optional modules, covering all areas of the history of philosophy and contemporary philosophy – without any gaps from pre-Socrates to the present day.<br/><br/><br/>- Our emphasis on small-group teaching ensures you acquire and hone the skills of critical thinking. Develop your philosophical ideas and arguments in a focused environment with plenty of feedback and discussion.<br/><br/><br/>- Our Central London location means students can take advantage of leading societies such as the Aristotelian Society and the Royal Institute of Philosophy.<br/><br/><br/>- One of the largest and most distinguished philosophy departments in the country.<br/><br/><br/>- Consistently ranked among the top philosophy departments in the country for research and teaching.<br/><br/><br/>Please see our online prospectus for further details on this programme: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/philosophy-ba