Philosophy can be transformative. You can do it for its own sake as well as for its ability to shape lives, institutions, and society.
You might be full of curiosity and wonder, anger and injustice, confusion or a desire to make sense of yourself and the world. Philosophy covers all these bases. And more.
Philosophy trains you to argue persuasively and think deeply. Philosophy at Nottingham doesnt stop there. We also want you to live good lives and have good jobs. Our unique Communicating Philosophy module lets you work with professionals such as lawyers and journa...
Philosophy can be transformative. You can do it for its own sake as well as for its ability to shape lives, institutions, and society.<br/><br/>You might be full of curiosity and wonder, anger and injustice, confusion or a desire to make sense of yourself and the world. Philosophy covers all these bases. And more.<br/><br/>Philosophy trains you to argue persuasively and think deeply. Philosophy at Nottingham doesnt stop there. We also want you to live good lives and have good jobs. Our unique Communicating Philosophy module lets you work with professionals such as lawyers and journalists and see how you can apply your new philosophical skills to a range of careers. Theres also plenty of opportunities to get practical work experience.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
University Park Campus
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
V500
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
A,A,A,B,B
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA and above.
D:30,M:15
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at level 3, distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and 15 credits at Merit.
32
or 665 in 3 Higher Level certificates
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD
GCSE requirements - English grade C (numeric grade 4)
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma DD plus 1 A Level grade A.
A,A
including Scottish Highers AAABB.
D3,M1,M2
A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D plus 2 A Levels grades AB
A
If you have already achieved your Core Maths Qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths Qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths Qualification. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your Core Maths will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer.
A,A,B
General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.
Accepted alongside A-Levels
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £23,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |