Music and Philosophy BA (Hons)
University of Nottingham
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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University Park Campus

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

3 Years

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

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If youre a keen musician who wants to explore the exciting world philosophy offers then this is the course for you.Theres always been a common bond between the subjects:- contemporary composers Philip Glass and Steve Reich both have philosophy degrees- renowned philosopher Schopenhauer considered music the highest art, playing the flute his whole life.The flexible nature of the course means there are opportunities to link the subjects together as well as studying both as separate ...Read more

If you're a keen musician who wants to explore the exciting world philosophy offers then this is the course for you.There's always been a common bond between the subjects:- contemporary composers Philip Glass and Steve Reich both have philosophy degrees- renowned philosopher Schopenhauer considered music the highest art, playing the flute his whole life.The flexible nature of the course means there are opportunities to link the subjects together as well as studying both as separate passions.


Music

Our music department has particular specialities in musicology, performance, composition and technology and the purpose-built facilities support your choices.There are spaces to compose, rehearse, perform, record and experiment! You are spoilt for choice if you want to carry on playing an instrument. There are opportunities across all genres - both on-campus and as part of Nottingham's dynamic music scene.


Philosophy

The philosophy department offers an unusually diverse range of modules. Explore traditional topics along with emerging areas such as environmental and social philosophy. You'll also get to explore across Western, Indian and Chinese traditions. Uniquely, you will also work with professionals such as lawyers and journalists. They'll help you apply your new philosophical skills to a range of careers.

Key stats

Philosophy
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
23rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
30th
Music
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 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
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 - 91 = 9% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
9%
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
Philosophy graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Philosophy graduate salary
£19,000
What students say
H
Hyejin
24 Jan 23

The campus is very beautiful which motivates me to study. Also Nottingham is perfectly designed for students - comparatively cheaper than other cities, nice people, small but..Read more

H
Humaira
23 Jan 23

The city is very student orientated, there's always something to do. The uni offers lots of support for students in all aspects, not just in regards to studying. The campus is..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

ABBBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:24,M:21 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,M2,M3 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

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

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

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

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

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

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

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

A - B Grades / Points required

Including Music. If no A Level Music then we may also ask for a Pass in ABRSM Graded Theory Grade 5 or Trinity, Rockschool or LCM.

This qualification is only acceptable alongside Scottish Advanced Higher grades AB. If no Music then we may also ask for a Pass in ABRSM Graded Theory Grade 5 or Trinity, Rockschool or LCM.

This qualification is only acceptable alongside Scottish Higher grades ABBBB. Music preferred but if no Music then we may also ask for a Pass in ABRSM Graded Theory Grade 5 or Trinity, Rockschool or LCM.

Pass Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at L3 of which 24 credits must be at Distinction and 21 at Merit. 12 Level 3 credits should be from Music and achieved at Distinction. ABRSM Grade 5 Theory must also be achieved.

Preferably to include Music but if no Music then we may also ask for a Pass in ABRSM Graded Theory Grade 5 or Trinity, Rockschool or LCM.

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.

Preferably to include Music Higher Level 5 points but if no Music then we may also ask for a Pass in ABRSM Graded Theory Grade 5 or Trinity, Rockschool or LCM.OR 655 in 3 Higher Level subjects including Music grade 5

BTEC Diploma DD + B at A Level Music. Music alternative must be provided if not studying A Level Music

BTEC Subsidiary Diploma/ National Extended Certificate D + A Levels BB in Music.Music alternative must be provided if not studying A Level Music

National Extended Diploma DDD in Music or other subject combination provided Music requirement is met.

This qualification is accepted alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels, preferably to include Music but if no Music then we may also ask for a Pass in ABRSM Graded Theory Grade 5 or Trinity, Rockschool or LCM.

Popular A-level subjects

Philosophy

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

Psychology
54%
Religious Studies & Theology
35%
English Literature
30%
History
25%
Biology
22%
HESA
Music

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

Music
89%
Mathematics
30%
English Literature
27%
History
18%
Biology
13%
HESA

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£28,200 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£28,200 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£28200 Per year

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