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Philosophy and Literature Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Philosophy and Literature Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
The BA (Hons) Philosophy and Literature covers a range of approaches. Literature uses a wide range of authors and texts, from classic to contemporary, explores literature in a global context and looking in-depth at language and literary history. Philosophy involves an in-depth study of the development of Western intellectual tradition.
Philosophy seeks to understand, and particularly to question, ideas concerning the nature of reality, value and experience that play a pervasive role in understanding the world and ourselves. The philosophy discipline focuses on problematic c...
The BA (Hons) Philosophy and Literature covers a range of approaches. Literature uses a wide range of authors and texts, from classic to contemporary, explores literature in a global context and looking in-depth at language and literary history. Philosophy involves an in-depth study of the development of Western intellectual tradition.
Philosophy seeks to understand, and particularly to question, ideas concerning the nature of reality, value and experience that play a pervasive role in understanding the world and ourselves. The philosophy discipline focuses on problematic concepts, such as existence, reason and truth, which occur in every sphere of human enquiry, but more specifically on problematic concepts that belong to particular areas of thought and practice, such as politics, economics, religion, science and ethics.
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Please note this course is delivered entirely online and available to study from anywhere in the world. Applicants outwith Scotland including International, should apply to the UHI HTC study location.
Course Information
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
North, West and Hebrides
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
A53-D97
Institution Code
H49
Points of Entry
Year 3, Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
At least two should be from the list of relevant academic subjects - the list can be found on our website
Scottish Higher
At least two should be from the list of relevant academic subjects - the list can be found on our website
Scottish HNC
Advanced entry to year two: • HNC Social Sciences (12 SQA credits) with 3 additional SQA credits at level 7, and at least grade C in the Graded Unit, will be considered for direct entry to year two OR • NextGen HNC Social Sciences (15 SQA credits at SCQF level 7 - Achieved) will be considered for direct entry to year two
Scottish HND
Advanced entry to year 3: • HND Social Sciences (30 SQA credits), with a minimum of grades AB in the level 8 graded units OR • NextGen HND Social Sciences (15 SQA credits at SCQF level 8 - Achieved with Distinction) will be considered for direct entry to year three on a case-by-case basis, depending on additional qualifications/experience beyond the HND, relevant to the programme of study. If not found to be appropriate, entry will be offered at year two
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £6,805 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £7,505 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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