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University degree

Philosophy

University of the West of England, Bristol · Bristol
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Study a philosophy course that tackles critical issues. Collaborate with students from other disciplines, plus our industry and community partners. 99 % of Philosophy students are satisfied with the teaching of their course overall.

Guardian University Guide 2026 2 nd university in the UK for Philosophy courses. Guardian University Guide 2026 Study a future-facing, interdisciplinary philosophy degree, where you'll focus on applying theory to practice. Your teaching will be centred around core themes, comprising of: Health, Society and Public Ethics; Technology, Environment and Sustainability; and Human Flourishing and Creative Practice.

By examining life's fundamental questions, philosophy helps to shape the way we think about the world. What are the ethical, political, and social questions we need to ask ourselves? How can we change the world using our knowledge?

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
64-79 pts15%
80-95 pts10%
96-111 pts35%
112-127 pts25%
128-143 pts5%
How they qualified
95% got in with alevel.
alevel95%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
75%
In work or further study after
50%
In professional / skilled jobs
100%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£25,000
After 15 months
£22,500
3 years on
£28,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
100%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching99%
Assessment & feedback93%
Academic support89%
Well organised96%
Learning resources89%
Student community98%
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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 University of the West of England, Bristol's own site.
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