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If you possess the academic capability for degree-level studies but fall short of the entry criteria, a foundation year serves as an ideal stepping stone – preparing you for entry into Year 1. The curriculum is designed to boost your confidence and equip you with the necessary skills for your chosen degree program. Alongside Academic Practice modules that enhance your study techniques for higher education, you'll explore various humanities subjects. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, you'll advance directly to Year 1 of your selected honors degree.
Career opportunities
Successfully finishing the foundation year ensures seamless progression to Year 1 of your chosen degree program.
Philosophy education focuses not on what to think, but how to think, cultivating skills highly sought after by employers. These include clear, logical, and creative thinking, articulate verbal and written communication, and rigorous critical analysis.
A BA (Hons) in Ethics, Religion and Philosophy offers diverse career possibilities, including positions in civil service, education, non-profit organizations, media, finance, and human resources. Additionally, you can pursue further studies through our MA Philosophy program.
72-80
UCAS tariff points
GCE A levels - grades DDD or equivalent
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade MMP
Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 72 UCAS Tariff points
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Pass overall
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade MMP
T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Pass as a condition of offer
IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 24 or minimum 72 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. 
A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. 
AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications.
Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.
IELTS (Academic) Or IELTS for UKVI (Academic) Or IELTS Online (Academic) - 6.0, with no component below 5.5 Pearson Test of English Academic (‘PTE Academic’) Or PTE Academic UKVI Or PTE Academic Online - 61, with no less than 59 in any section; Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency tests - 170 points overall, with no component below 160 points; TOEFL iBT (from test centre or home edition)– Designated Institution Code, for applicants who want their scores sent directly to us - 0240 - Overall score: 79 With no individual test score below: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing : 17.