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Philosophy and Modern Languages
- BA (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
Course summary
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Discuss and explore long-standing, philosophical questions on the nature of science, reality, ethics, art and beauty, and the mind-body relationship
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You’ll develop strong written and spoken skills in your modern language whilst gaining an understanding of other cultures
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Our broad range of optional modules in your second and third years gives you the flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests and career ambitions
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Get involved with the Philosophy and various Language student societies, make friends, attend socials and seminars and hear from guest speakers
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Get ready for your future career by developing a range of skills valued by a wide range of employers from the media to teaching and the public, private and charity sectors
If you wish to study a Beginners language from Year 1, you must spend your third year in the country of that language and therefore will need to apply for the 4-year variant.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- VR05
- Institution code:
- E84
- Campus name:
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- VR05
- Institution code:
- E84
- Campus name:
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Excluding General Studies .
Please visit our website for further information on our Modern Languages requirements
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Please visit our website for further information on our Modern Languages requirements
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade. Please visit our website for further information on our Modern Languages requirements.
Scottish Higher - AABBB
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Scottish Advanced Higher - BBB
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Applicant will be considered with IB 32 OR 655 in three Higher Level subjects.
Please visit our website for further information on our Modern Languages requirements
English language requirements
GCSE English Language with a minimum pass of Grade C or 4.
For further details on our English Language requirements please visit our website. http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/applications/entry/#english-language
Contextual admissions
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This tool provides a broad indication on entry information. When considering applicants at Exeter there are additional specific individual considerations taken into account. This includes eligibility for contextual offers, extenuating circumstances, whether applicants fall within UK or international targets, or whether they’ve applied for a capped programme or group. Please also make sure to check for specific subject requirements on our website www.exeter.ac.uk/study/undergraduate
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £24950 | Year 1 |
| International | £24950 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For full details regarding tuition fee and other costings, see: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/money/fees/
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