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BA (Hons) Philosophy and Politics

University of Kent, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

You gain much more than an academic qualification when you graduate from the School of Politics & International Relations. From the moment you begin your studies with us, our efforts are focused on helping you gain the knowledge, skills and experience you need to thrive in an increasingly competitive workplace.

General Eligibility

Five passes at GCSE grade C (or grade 4) or above, including English Language or Use of English (IGCSE English as a Second Language, grade B or grade 6), and at least two subjects at A level

OR

Three passes at GCE A level and a pass at grade C (or grade 4) or above in GCSE English Language or Use of English.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Compulsory modules currently include:

Introduction to Philosophy: Knowledge and Metaphysics

Introduction to Philosophy: Ethics

Introduction to Philosophy: Logic and Reasoning

Philosophical Reading and Writing

Making Sense of Politics

Optional modules may include:

Understanding the Contemporary

Living Philosophy

Analysing British Politics Today

Introduction to Conflict Analysis and Resolution

Global Politics in Question

2 Year 2

Compulsory modules currently include:

Fact, Evidence, Knowledge and Power

Political Research Analysis

Optional modules may include:

Ancient Philosophy

Philosophy of Language

Metaphysics

Political Philosophy

Normative Ethics

Feminist Philosophy

Philosophy and Film

Doing Philosophy

The United Nations

Foreign Policy Analysis and Management

Governance & Politics of Contemporary China

-Politics of the European Union

3 Year 3

Optional modules may include:

Human and Social Sciences in the Classroom

Wittgenstein: Meaning and Mind

Philosophy of Mind and Action

Logic

Philosophy of Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence

Philosophy of Language

Metaphysics

Political Philosophy

Normative Ethics

Feminist Philosophy

Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Philosophy and Film

Philosophy of History

The United Nations

Foreign Policy Analysis and Management

Governance & Politics of Contemporary China

Politics of the European Union

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS (including IELTS Indicator) 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in R&W; 5.5 in S&L)

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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