Philosophy, Politics, Ethics - BA (Hons)
University of Brighton
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-26

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Guided by internationally renowned staff, and taught in small seminar groups, you develop skills in public-speaking, debating, and critical analysis – this develops your capacity to solve real-world problems and is relevant for a wide range of careers.The first year provides key skills and knowledge. In the second year you begin to specialise, choosing from option pathways. In the third year, you continue your option pathways and also carry out an independent project. Guided by a supervisor you ...Read more

Guided by internationally renowned staff, and taught in small seminar groups, you develop skills in public-speaking, debating, and critical analysis – this develops your capacity to solve real-world problems and is relevant for a wide range of careers.The first year provides key skills and knowledge. In the second year you begin to specialise, choosing from option pathways. In the third year, you continue your option pathways and also carry out an independent project. Guided by a supervisor you will become an expert in your chosen area of research, preparing you for life after graduation.Our student community is friendly and diverse. There are many opportunities each year to organise and attend events, where students meet and work with international scholars, politicians, activists and writers.Location Brighton: MoulsecoombUCAS code LV25Full-time 3 years

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89/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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70th
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
88th
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Sabeha
28 Feb 24

The support from staff is amazing. A very welcoming..Read more

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Jack
12 Feb 24

Best: the course content is absolutely fantastic as it covers a wide range of issues while still remaining engaging. Worst: the Student Union does not adequately support..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,535 per year

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£17,250 per year

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£17,250 per year

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Sabeha
28 Feb 24
Philosophy, Politics, Ethics - BA (Hons)
The support from staff is amazing. A very welcoming...
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Jack
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University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

The University of Brighton is a diverse and inclusive university, offering over 250 qualifications at undergraduate, postgraduate...

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Mithras House Lewes Road Brighton Brighton & Hove BN2 4AT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Moulsecoomb  0.2 miles away

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