Philosophy and Modern Languages brings together some of the most important approaches to understanding language, literature and ideas.
The study of philosophy develops analytical rigour and the ability to criticise and reason logically. It allows you to apply these skills to questions ranging from how we acquire knowledge and form moral judgements to the nature of language, art and literature. Since many works of literature are shaped by the dominant philosophical ideas of their epoch, study of philosophy can illuminate that intellectual background.
The study of a ...
Philosophy and Modern Languages brings together some of the most important approaches to understanding language, literature and ideas.<br/><br/>The study of philosophy develops analytical rigour and the ability to criticise and reason logically. It allows you to apply these skills to questions ranging from how we acquire knowledge and form moral judgements to the nature of language, art and literature. Since many works of literature are shaped by the dominant philosophical ideas of their epoch, study of philosophy can illuminate that intellectual background.<br/><br/>The study of a modern European language develops analytical and critical abilities as well as highly competent linguistic skills. Studying the literature written in that language contributes to an understanding of many aspects of European culture, enabling students to develop attention to stylistic and terminological detail and rhetorical strategies, and sensitivity to cultural and historical context, all of which are of great value to the study of philosophy. Studying these two disciplines in parallel has numerous advantages and affords students greater insights into each. For more information on this course please visit ox.ac.uk/ugpml.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
05/10/2025
Campus
Pembroke
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
VR51
Institution Code
O33
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,A,B A,A,A,A,A Supplemented by two or more Advanced Highers. Access to HE DiplomaD:45 Some Access courses allow students to take one or two A-levels as part of the course. This option is strongly recommended for students who wish to apply to Oxford, especially for those courses which have specific subject requirements. If you would like to discuss the suitability of your Access course for entry to Oxford University, please contact the subject department that you’d like to apply to for further information. (Contact details are at ox.ac.uk/courses) International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme39 with 6 6 6 at HL Including HL Modern Language(s) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D*D* DDD Conditional offers would usually be: Extended Diploma with D*D*D to DDD, depending on the course. Diploma with DD plus an A grade at A-level, possibly with one or two * grades, depending on the course. Subsidiary Diploma with D plus two A grades at A-level, possibly with one or two * grades, depending on the course. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 Scottish Advanced HigherA,A A,A,B Including Modern Language(s) Conditional offers will usually be for AAB if a student is able to take three Advanced Highers; where this is not possible then a student would be expected to achieve AA in two Advanced Highers, as well as an A grade in an additional Higher course taken in Year 6. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 Pre-U subject requirements are the same as those for A-levels. A levelA,A,A A in Modern Language(s) Excluding General Studies (if taken) |
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