Cambridge,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) Philosophy (with Foundation Year) in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University
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Cambridge United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
15,900
(c. USD21,276.59)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Pursuing a BA (Hons) Philosophy degree at ARU will immerse you in both historical philosophical traditions and current discussions in fields like AI Philosophy, Ethics, and Philosophy of Art. Our dedicated philosophy faculty provides individual mentoring and tailored guidance to support your academic journey. According to the 2023 National Student Survey, our Philosophy programs achieved outstanding ratings: 93% for Student Voice, 92% for Course Teaching, 92% for Learning Opportunities, 90% for Assessment and Feedback, and 90% for Academic Support.
You'll enhance your analytical, reasoning, and decision-making abilities by examining influential philosophical concepts, formulating original perspectives through structured, innovative thinking, and applying philosophical approaches to real-world situations.
These competencies are highly valued, with the World Economic Forum identifying complex problem-solving and critical analysis as essential skills for professional success in the modern workforce.
Opportunities abound to participate in intellectual exchanges through the student-run Philosophy Society and attend prestigious events like our Royal Institute of Philosophy lecture series. You can expand your career prospects by acquiring language skills through our Anglia Language Programme, spending a semester abroad, or collaborating with partner organizations on practical projects. Recent student initiatives include developing materials with mental health advocacy group Lifecraft to combat stigma and raise awareness, and creating promotional content for CamYOGA to highlight yoga's wellness benefits.
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Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
5 GCSEs at grade D, or grade 3, or above and evidence of two years post-GCSE study at Level 3.
If you have achieved at least grade E in one A level, or equivalent, you are exempt from the two years post-GCSE study requirement, but you still must meet the GCSE requirements.
Applicants who do not meet the two years post GCSE study at level 3 may be considered based on their satisfactory employment history, which must be a minimum of two years full time employment supported by employer evidence and deemed appropriate by the University for meeting the course of study applied for.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 5.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
If you have achieved at least grade E in one A level, or equivalent, you are exempt from the two years post-GCSE study requirement, but you still must meet the GCSE requirements.
Applicants who do not meet the two years post GCSE study at level 3 may be considered based on their satisfactory employment history, which must be a minimum of two years full time employment supported by employer evidence and deemed appropriate by the University for meeting the course of study applied for.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 5.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Tuition
GBP
15,900