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Philosophy

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2026-2027
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What does it mean to be a good person, or to do the right thing? How should we decide what we believe? What is it about you that makes you the same person as you were years ago?

From the traditional to the less conventional, from historical approaches (Socrates, Plato) to up-to-date issues (fake news, propaganda) you’ll be able to explore the concepts that interest you most.

Our modules complement your curious and open-minded approach. Develop your research, debating and analytical skills, and learn to unpack complicated philosophical thought.

Dive into Metaphysics, Philosophy of Psychiatry, Epistemology, Ethics (including Global Justice), Philosophy of Religion, and the Philosophy of Mind.

You can also choose to combine Philosophy with a number of other subjects, from Politics to History to English Literature and more. At Birmingham, you can build a degree that fits with your interests and career goals.

Why study this course?

  • Explore an idea instead of taking it at face value. Philosophy teaches us to develop arguments whilst analysing the flaws in them, and to ask the big questions around existence, purpose and reality.

  • Focus on philosophy with real-world relevance and contemporary application. Delve into current topics such as mental health, sex, sustainability, ethics and more.

  • Like you, a Philosophy degree is versatile. Take your career in any number of directions - from law, to education, to communications, marketing and the creative industries, to business, government and beyond.

11th for Philosophy in the Complete University Guide 2025

Top 65 for Arts and Humanities in the QS World Subject Rankings 2025

Ways to study this course

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Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 28/09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
V500
Institution code:
B32

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Application codes

Course code:
V500
Institution code:
B32

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95% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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65 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

80 Go onto work and study

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