English and Philosophy BA (Hons)
University of Sheffield
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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English and Philosophy are mutually supportive subjects that provide distinct but corresponding methodologies for our understanding of the world. The joint study of English literary cultures (including theatre, film and creative writing) and Philosophy (including philosophy of language, ethics, metaphysics and logic) will throw you into some of the oldest debates around the very possibility of meaningful life.**Delve into some of the oldest debates, exploring the human experience through ...Read more

English and Philosophy are mutually supportive subjects that provide distinct but corresponding methodologies for our understanding of the world. The joint study of English literary cultures (including theatre, film and creative writing) and Philosophy (including philosophy of language, ethics, metaphysics and logic) will throw you into some of the oldest debates around the very possibility of meaningful life.


Delve into some of the oldest debates, exploring the human experience through literature and philosophical thought.

Literature and philosophical thought are both interested in questioning the very nature of our existence. Whether it’s exploring the meaning of life, the definition of morality or the role of religion, these big topics will help you tackle the issues of today.In English, you'll study literature from the medieval period to the present day, with the chance to explore areas as diverse as animal studies, the history of the Gothic, American literature, theatre, creative writing and film.In philosophy, you'll study the essential cornerstones of the subject (including philosophy of language, ethics, metaphysics and logic) alongside distinctive specialist modules on topics like philosophy of education, philosophy of law, philosophy of the arts, film and philosophy, and feminism.


Why choose this course?

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Interrogate life’s big questions

- combining the study of literature with philosophical thought results in an in-depth understanding of the human experience, providing the skills to tackle the issues of tomorrow.-


Top 100 in the world for philosophy QS World Rankings 2023

- learn from world-leading staff teaching an exceptionally diverse range of modules.-


Work placements across local and national companies

- stand out from the crowd through real work experience opportunities that equip you with new skills, build contacts and help you prepare for your future career.

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Philosophy
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
1/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
18th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
18th
English Studies (Non-Specific)
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
English Studies (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK English Studies (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£17,000
Philosophy
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
84%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Philosophy graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Philosophy graduate salary
£19,000
What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
25 Nov 24

The uni itself is super useful - really good facilities and opportunities. Wouldn't say it really feels like a tight-knit community (mostly because of how big and spread out it..Read more

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Freya
15 Nov 24

Honestly, the hills in Sheffield is basically my only complaint (which is something completely out of anyone's hands). Generally, everything about the University of Sheffield is..Read more

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Scottish Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

33 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

B Grades / Points required

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Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit

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+ B at A Level

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+ AB at A Level

Popular A-level subjects

English Studies (Non-Specific)

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

English Literature
75%
History
44%
English Language
28%
Psychology
17%
Religious Studies & Theology
14%
HESA
Philosophy

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
62%
Religious Studies & Theology
30%
English Literature
29%
History
27%
Biology
20%
HESA

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SR
Student Reviewer
25 Nov 24
Politics, Philosophy and Economics BSc (Hons)
The uni itself is super useful - really good facilities and opportunities. Wouldn't say it really feels like a tight-knit community (mostly because of how big and spread out it...
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Freya
15 Nov 24
Politics and Philosophy BA (Hons)
Honestly, the hills in Sheffield is basically my only complaint (which is something completely out of anyone's hands). Generally, everything about the University of Sheffield is...
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University of Sheffield
University of Sheffield , Sheffield

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