Philosophy (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Dig beneath the surface. Challenge assumptions. Question everything. Learn by doing on a Philosophy degree that addresses life’s fundamental questions.

On this course, you’ll learn to articulate your ideas and argue your viewpoint under expert academic tuition. You’ll develop your skills by engaging in philosophical debate and by mentoring other year groups alongside your studies on our internationally accredited Peer-Assisted Student Success (PASS) scheme.

We’ve been teaching Philosophy for nearly 100 years. Together, we’ll explore everything from the foundational texts in the history of ideas, to gender, AI and the environment. Along the way, you’ll build the knowledge you need to get started on a rewarding career path.

How we ranked

* 1st in the UK for Academic Support (National Student Survey, 2026, HEIs only)

* 1st in the UK for 'How good are teaching staff at explaining things' (National Student Survey, 2026, HEIs only)

* 1st in the UK for 'How well have teaching staff supported your learning' (National Student Survey, 2026, HEIs only)

Why study at Hull?

* Real intelligence for unreal times: Discover the intellectual excitement of engaging in philosophical debate on everything from ethics to AI.

* Learn by doing: Develop your critical thinking and debating skills through discussion, collaboration and real-world philosophical questions.

* Career-ready skills: Join our Peer-Assisted Student Success (PASS) scheme to lead small group discussions and pass down wisdom to other year groups, developing valuable career-ready skills as you go.

Where could this take me?

We teach philosophy in a way that sharpens creative and analytical thinking, enabling you to express your ideas clearly and coherently. Employers value these skills highly, putting you in a strong position to get a job after graduation.

There are lots of roles available to you with a Philosophy degree. For example, business and finance, teaching, media production, publishing and journalism, politics, the Civil Service, public relations, and the charity sector. You could also go on to a higher degree in Philosophy or another subject.