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University degree

Philosophy

The University of Sheffield · Sheffield
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
Worth knowing: about 35% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course

On How to apply Full-time To study this course full-time , apply through UCAS . To study this course part-time , apply through our online application form . The foundation year of this programme provides students with non-standard entry qualifications, a thorough and supportive academic preparation for successful degree level study in the School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities .

On successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to Philosophy BA .

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
96-111 pts2%
112-127 pts21%
128-143 pts26%
144-159 pts22%
160-175 pts14%
176-191 pts5%
192-207 pts3%
208-223 pts5%
224-239 pts1%
240+ pts1%
How they qualified
40% got in with other. The rest came in a mix of ways:
other40%
alevel35%
none15%
baccalaureate10%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
80%
In work or further study after
55%
In professional / skilled jobs
65%
Continue past first year
84%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£26,500
After 15 months
£24,000
3 years on
£32,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
84%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching89%
Assessment & feedback78%
Academic support81%
Well organised89%
Learning resources87%
Student community92%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on The University of Sheffield's own site.
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