This Joint Honours degree combines the study of Philosophy in equal measure with the study of Law.
Our Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy and Department of Law and Criminology have excellent reputations for research and teaching. Studying philosophy and law here means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts who will share their research and experience so that you gain invaluable skills for your future career.
This degree balances the broad knowledge of legal systems and theory with gaining philosophical skills and exper...
This Joint Honours degree combines the study of Philosophy in equal measure with the study of Law.<br/><br/>Our Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy and Department of Law and Criminology have excellent reputations for research and teaching. Studying philosophy and law here means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts who will share their research and experience so that you gain invaluable skills for your future career.<br/><br/>This degree balances the broad knowledge of legal systems and theory with gaining philosophical skills and expertise and is perfect for you if you wish to benefit from training in law alongside the flexibility to choose philosophical subjects of particular interest to you.<br/><br/>At Royal Holloway we have a unique approach to Philosophy that looks beyond the narrow confines of the Anglo-American analytic or the European traditions of philosophy to focus on both— their relationship and connections between them. The result has been the creation of a truly interdisciplinary and collaborative course that brings together academic staff from departments across the university.<br/><br/>With the opportunity to examine (amongst other things) the core philosophical areas of epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, political philosophy as well as the history of philosophy, combined with gaining an understanding of how the law regulates agreements between individuals and the relationship between the individual and the state in law related modules relating to gender, the environment, mental health, terrorism, bioethics and company law, you will gain a broad knowledge of legal systems and theory.<br/><br/><br/>- Develop critical legal skills and consider laws applying to different legal problems within the legal system<br/><br/><br/>- Develop critical skills for your career or further study<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
VM51
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,B,B AAABB Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 Pass in Applied Law with at least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and the remaining level 3 credits at Merit. Other Access to HE Diplomas are considered on a case by case basis. Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 6,6,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD In Business or Public Services with Distinctions in specified Law units. Please refer to our website for specific information on required BTEC modules Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 GCSE/National 4/National 5We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)DD In Business or Public Services with specified units in Law plus an A-level grade A. Applicants can be taking a BTEC in another relevant subject if taking in combination with A-Level Law. Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)DDD In Business or Public Services with Distinctions in specified Law units. Please refer to our website for specific information on required BTEC modules Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD In Business or Public Services with specified units in Law plus A-level grade B. Applicants can be taking a BTEC in another relevant subject in combination with A-Level Law. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalApplicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D Distinction plus A-Level grades AB. A levelA,A,B A,B,B Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. General Studies and Critical thinking A-levels are not accepted. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,900 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |