**Philosophy**
Philosophy has been at the core of Western intellectual life for at least 2,500 years. It is central to our understanding of the world, our place in it and our interaction with it.
Philosophy provides the tools by which the presuppositions of all areas of intellectual and practical activity may be systematically and critically examined.
While there are different approaches that philosophers have taken, the study of philosophy emphasises the use of:
* argument
* critical enquiry
* rigour in reas...
**Philosophy**<br/><br/>Philosophy has been at the core of Western intellectual life for at least 2,500 years. It is central to our understanding of the world, our place in it and our interaction with it. <br/><br/>Philosophy provides the tools by which the presuppositions of all areas of intellectual and practical activity may be systematically and critically examined. <br/><br/>While there are different approaches that philosophers have taken, the study of philosophy emphasises the use of: <br/><br/><br/>* argument <br/><br/><br/>* critical enquiry <br/><br/><br/>* rigour in reasoning <br/><br/><br/>* clarity of expression, including the making of pertinent distinctions <br/><br/><br/>**Philosophy at Edinburgh**<br/><br/>The University has a strong historic connection to the subject, counting Adam Ferguson and Sir William Hamilton among its former students. <br/><br/>Edinburgh has one of the UKs largest philosophy departments and the Philosophy Society attracts high-profile speakers. <br/><br/>The programme structure allows you to cover the basics of Western philosophy and have the opportunity to specialise in your areas of interest. <br/><br/>**Greek**<br/><br/>Ancient Greek is the language in which many of the basic concepts underlying western society to this day have found expression for the first time. Ancient Greek culture and thought are at the root of many strands of modern thinking in Europe and beyond. <br/><br/>You will study ancient Greek language and literature, along with courses that place it in its wider context in the ancient Greek, Roman and Byzantine world. <br/><br/>**Studying Philosophy and Greek**<br/><br/>This joint programme allows you to gain an in-depth knowledge in both subject areas, and the opportunity to specialise in the topics that interest you most.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Central area campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
QV75
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,B AAAB by end of S5 or AAAA by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: no specific Higher subjects required. National 5s: English at C. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme37 37 points with 666 at HL. Required subjects: HL: no specific subjects required. SL: English at 5. A levelA,A,A AAA. Required subjects: A levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: English at C or 4. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £28,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |