BA (Honours) in Philosophy and Politics in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex

University of Essex | Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 19,500
(c. USD26,093.93)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Many essential inquiries regarding political existence, its core tenets and aspirations, are inherently philosophical. This program merges the fields of philosophy and political science, offering a robust foundation in both disciplines. Students explore how ethical and political philosophy can illuminate contemporary political challenges through various topics such as: Moral philosophy Theories of governance Continental thought (encompassing critical theory, phenomenology, and existentialism) Key political concepts: governance structures, legal systems, conflicts, and political organizations Duties, liberties, entitlements, and social justice Our Government Department ranks among Europe's most distinguished, renowned for its exceptional teaching standards and scholarly achievements.International Study Opportunities Learning extends beyond campus boundaries. We facilitate academic growth by providing options to study at affiliated global institutions. The four-year degree variant includes a third year abroad or an international placement, maintaining identical curriculum to the three-year program. Overseas study fosters cultural immersion, linguistic development, and academic enrichment while demonstrating to future employers your adaptability, organizational skills, and global perspective. Full-year international students benefit from reduced tuition fees, paying only 15% of standard Essex rates with no additional charges at host institutions.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels, including B in one essay based subject.

BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels. 

Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent. 

IB: 30 - 29 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555-554.

IB Career-related Programme: We consider combinations of IB Diploma Programme courses with BTECs or other qualifications. 

QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 6 level 3 credits at Distinction and 39 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided

T-levels: We consider T-levels on a case-by-case basis, depending on subject studied. The offer for most courses is Distinction overall. Depending on the course applied for there may be additional requirements, which may include a specific grade in the Core.

IELTS - 6.0 overall TOEFL IBT - 76 overall, with a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing

Tuition GBP 19,500

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