Philosophy (with Foundation Year) - BA(Hons)

University of the West of England, Bristol

Bachelor's degree

In Bristol

£ 9,250 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Bristol

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Why study BA(Hons) Philosophy?
Whatever you choose to do in the future, a degree in philosophy will help transform the way you view the world and develop the transferable skills needed to succeed in a wide variety of interesting and rewarding careers. Through an examination of life's fundamental questions, philosophy encourages independent, creative thinking and a methodical approach to problem solving. Employers value the ability of philosophy graduates to analyse complex issues from different perspectives, present logical, reasoned arguments and communicate concepts and opinions with clarity and precision.
Why study our course?
BA(Hons) Philosophy at UWE Bristol is diverse and distinctive. You will explore the ethical, political and social questions that shape our lives, asking what it is possible to know and forming opinions on how best to change the world in light of what we know of it. Studying in an enthusiastic, close-knit group of students and lecturers, you will engage with the entire history of the subject, from its beginnings in ancient Greece to the great minds of nineteenth, twentieth and twenty-first century European philosophers. This breadth gives you a substantial foundation for your own philosophical work and the inspiration to tackle life's big issues for yourself.
Real-world experience
In Year two you will benefit from work-integrated learning opportunities which will be invaluable in your future career or the option to study abroad. These work based opportunities include delivering philosophy classes in schools, organising a conference, volunteering on sustainability projects and mentoring local children.
With options for final year specialisms that include collaborations with other disciplines such as law, sociology, criminology, politics and robotics (in the areas of artificial intelligence and the ethical issues surrounding the use of technology), you will develop a unique set of transferable skills that equip you for life and...

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Placements
Our partnerships with international universities through the Erasmus scheme offer the chance to study abroad for all or part of your second year, adding a global perspective to your degree that employers will find extremely valuable. Students have previously spent time in Finland, Poland, Slovenia, France, Germany, and Spain and there is an opportunity to study at the Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia, USA. You will also have the opportunity to take part in work placements and other work experience in your second and third years. In addition to this,...

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Course programme

Content

Philosophy at UWE offers a distinctive and diverse course of study, from pre-socratic to groundbreaking contemporary philosophy, and everything interesting and topical in between. The course provides a solid foundation in the central issues of philosophy and students are encouraged to create a unique path of study depending on their interests and strengths.

Foundation year (Year zero)

You will study the following compulsory modules.

  • Academic Skills for Social Sciences
  • Exploring the Social World and the Problems of Crime
  • From Plato to Nato
  • People and Social Science

You will study the Foundation year alongside students from our other Social Science courses, and so you may be able to transfer to a course in one of these areas at the end of the Foundation year.

The normal expectation is that you must pass all Year zero modules before progressing to Year one.

Year one

You will study the following compulsory modules.

  • Critical Thinking
  • Theories of Knowledge
  • Ancient Philosophy
  • Problems of the Self
  • The Death of God and the Meaning of Life

Year two

You will study the following compulsory modules.

  • Metaphysics
  • Developing Self and Society
  • Use and Nature of Research
  • Two optional modules from the list below:

Optional modules

  • Hellenistic and Neoplatonist Philosophy
  • Theoretical Ethics
  • Applied Ethics
  • Philosophy of Art I
  • Philosophy of Art II
  • Nineteenth Century German Philosophy
  • Contemporary Political Philosophy
  • Kant

You will have the opportunity to take a placement year or an international exchange.

Final year

You will study the following compulsory modules.

  • Social Sciences Project and Placement module
  • Select optional modules from the list below according to credit requirements:

Optional modules

  • Ethics of Technology
  • Philosophy of Nature
  • Philosophy of Mind
  • Advanced Philosophical Texts
  • Film and Philosophy
  • Contemporary Continental Philosophy
  • Early Modern Philosophy
  • Medieval Philosophy
  • Theories of Justice
  • Ethical Issues in Politics

This structure is for the full-time course delivery only. For part-time delivery, the same modules will be studied. However, the structure will differ.

The University continually enhances our offer by responding to feedback from our students and other stakeholders, ensuring the curriculum is kept up to date and our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need for the real world. This may result in changes to the course. If changes to your course are approved, we will inform you.

Learning and Teaching

Our aim is to develop students as independent learners. You will experience lectures, seminars, workshops, and independent project work.

Philosophy staff are accessible and always eager to meet with students. Students receive regular feedback on their work and are asked to provide regular feedback on their modules. They also have the opportunity to join a staff-student committee in which they can raise any issues arising from the course.

The University provides specialist Student Adviser service to help with everything from ensuring that you are enrolled on the correct modules, to paying fees. There is also a Student Counselling Service.

Find out more about our academic staff, their teaching expertise and research interests.

For more details see our full glossary of learning and teaching terms.

Assessment

Assessment usually takes the form of a mixture of essay coursework and formal examinations. Some modules are assessed using oral presentations or independent project work.

For more details see our full glossary of assessment terms.

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