BA (Hons) Philosophy with Languages and Cultures (German) (with a year abroad) in York United Kingdom | University of York

Engage with deep philosophical inquiries while expanding your cultural understanding through the exploration of German-speaking societies.

Develop exceptional insights into the works of renowned thinkers, including German philosophers like Kant and Marx. You'll also interact with contemporary philosophical perspectives, cultivating a questioning mindset toward subjects such as ethics, metaphysics, and aesthetics. By merging philosophy with German studies, you'll reveal the connections between language, culture, and thought processes. Your acquired skills in linguistic mechanics, communication, and reasoning will establish a strong base for diverse career paths.

You'll become part of two highly regarded departments known for their research excellence and teaching quality. York offers a distinctive language learning method. Beginning in your first year, expert instructors—often native speakers—will teach and evaluate you in German, accelerating your fluency and conversational abilities. Our transcultural and decolonized approach to language study encourages thoughtful examination of different cultural values, beliefs, and customs.

A year abroad will boost your speaking confidence and provide invaluable firsthand experiences of cross-cultural interactions.