Philosophy with Spanish MA (Hons)
University of Dundee
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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SEP-25

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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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Philosophy explores our existence using critical thinking and argument. If you find yourself thinking about lifes big issues and questions, philosophy could be for you.We specialise in continental (European) philosophy and teach key texts from the European tradition, including some of the most exciting thinkers of the last century.We help you look at how philosophy is important to real-world concerns and contemporary issues by:- exploring films and artwork- discussing important scientific and ...Read more

Philosophy explores our existence using critical thinking and argument. If you find yourself thinking about life's big issues and questions, philosophy could be for you.We specialise in continental (European) philosophy and teach key texts from the European tradition, including some of the most exciting thinkers of the last century.We help you look at how philosophy is important to real-world concerns and contemporary issues by:- exploring films and artwork- discussing important scientific and technological developments- debating controversial ethical issues- looking at how texts written 300 years ago can be relevant to political situations todayAt Levels 1 and 2 you will receive a grounding in ancient and modern philosophy and be introduced to fundamental ideas concerning ethics, epistemology (the nature of knowledge) and metaphysics (the nature of reality).You then specialise in Levels 3 and 4 by drawing on a range of philosophy modules taught by lecturers engaging in interdisciplinary research.You will study existentialism in relation to contemporary culture, technology, and film, and topics in aesthetics and the philosophy of art. You will also be encouraged to make links between philosophy and other subjects.You'll also study one Spanish module per semester in each Level, either as a beginner or at intensive level if you have previously studied the language at Higher/A-Level.

Key stats

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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41st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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51st
Iberian Studies
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
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Iberian Studies graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Iberian Studies graduate salary
£18,000
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 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
Employment rate
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The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
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80%
Average salary
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Philosophy graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Philosophy graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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eoin
25 Oct 23

Good location and the staff are very friendly. Campus looks good and creates an aesthetic atmosphere for..Read more

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Iman
01 Mar 23

Dundee uni is a great place to study, the staff are very helpful and friendly. It is a welcoming uni with a wide range of local and international students. The facilities are good..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC - BBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBC - AABB Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

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

H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

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

DDM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Pass Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

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30 points overall with 5, 5, 5 at Higher level

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A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDM

A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit

A relevant HND with BB in the Graded Units

Popular A-level subjects

Philosophy

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

Psychology
57%
English Literature
34%
Biology
32%
Religious Studies & Theology
23%
Mathematics
17%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£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 Northern Ireland

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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

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

Students from Channel Islands

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University of Dundee
Nethergate Dundee Dundee, City Of DD1 4HN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Dundee  0.2 miles away

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