
Politics and Philosophy BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Politics and Philosophy BA (Hons)
Course overview
Are you curious about the ideas and ideals that underpin governments? Would you like to better understand the pressing philosophical debates of our day? Do you want to think more clearly about contemporary political issues?
Our BA Politics and Philosophy gives you the chance to learn new things, challenge yourself beyond what you know, and tackle the real issues and practices around the world. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of current affairs and learn how to apply critical thinking and effective problem-solving skills to contempora...
<strong>Course overview</strong><br/>Are you curious about the ideas and ideals that underpin governments? Would you like to better understand the pressing philosophical debates of our day? Do you want to think more clearly about contemporary political issues? <br/><br/>Our BA Politics and Philosophy gives you the chance to learn new things, challenge yourself beyond what you know, and tackle the real issues and practices around the world. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of current affairs and learn how to apply critical thinking and effective problem-solving skills to contemporary political issues. <br/><br/>Our degree will equip you with a broad range of skills and knowledge that will open doors to a variety of career paths. You’ll explore a variety of political areas, including comparative politics, political theory, and global security. You’ll learn how to apply philosophy to contemporary issues, enabling you to think critically and effectively about the world around you. <br/><br/>By combining politics with philosophy, you will open a world of possibilities for your future career across the private, public or charitable sectors. Whether youre interested in working as a parliamentary assistant, councillor, civil servant, researcher, or policy analyst, our course can help you achieve your career goals. Our school alumni have secured jobs at top organisations such as AON, the BBC, Citibank, Civil Service, House of Commons, and Unison. <br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/>• Tailor your studies to your career goals through a range of optional modules<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Apply to study abroad in locations such as China, Europe and the USA<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Placements and internship programme provides opportunities for valuable work experience, self-confidence and a practical application of your studies<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Active societies related to the study of politics support a student community<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
VL52
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
Scottish Advanced Highers at AA are also required
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
or 6,6,5 in three Higher Level Certificates
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade 4/C required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
Considered with an A Level at grade A
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A
Scottish Highers at AABBB are also required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M1,M2
Extended Project
A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Considered with two A Levels at grades AB
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
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. Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.
A level
A,A,B
Excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
Considered with two A Levels at grades AB
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Fees and funding
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 |