Politics 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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Full Time

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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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Course info

Are you curious about the ideas and ideals that underpin governments? Would you like to better understand the pressing philosophical debates of our day? Do you want to think more clearly about contemporary political issues? Our BA Politics and Philosophy gives you the chance to learn new things, challenge yourself beyond what you know, and tackle the real issues and practices around the world. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of current affairs and learn how to apply critical thinking and ...Read more

Are you curious about the ideas and ideals that underpin governments? Would you like to better understand the pressing philosophical debates of our day? Do you want to think more clearly about contemporary political issues? Our BA Politics and Philosophy gives you the chance to learn new things, challenge yourself beyond what you know, and tackle the real issues and practices around the world. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of current affairs and learn how to apply critical thinking and effective problem-solving skills to contemporary political issues. Our degree will equip you with a broad range of skills and knowledge that will open doors to a variety of career paths. You’ll explore a variety of political areas, including comparative politics, political theory, and global security. You’ll learn how to apply philosophy to contemporary issues, enabling you to think critically and effectively about the world around you. By combining politics with philosophy, you will open a world of possibilities for your future career across the private, public or charitable sectors. Whether you're interested in working as a parliamentary assistant, councillor, civil servant, researcher, or policy analyst, our course can help you achieve your career goals. Our school alumni have secured jobs at top organisations such as AON, the BBC, Citibank, Civil Service, House of Commons, and Unison.

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What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
08 Feb 23

The facilities and campus are welcoming and have lots of variety - there are great places to study, socialise, eat and explore. It is overall a nice environment. The libraries..Read more

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Florence
02 Feb 23

Nottingham is a great place to study because of its facilities and the campus. Everything is very modern and up to date. The campus is well maintained and has lots of green space..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

AAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AABBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AA Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,M1,M2 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

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

DD Grades / Points required

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

D Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation 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 Grades / Points required

Excluding General Studies, Citizenship and Critical Thinking.

Scottish Advanced Highers at AA are also required

Scottish Highers at AABBB are also required

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

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

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

or 6,6,5 in three Higher Level Certificates

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Considered with two A levels at grades AB

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Considered with two A levels at grades AB

Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£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 England

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.

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

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 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.

£23,000 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 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.

£23,000 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.

£23000 Per year

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The facilities and campus are welcoming and have lots of variety - there are great places to study, socialise, eat and explore. It is overall a nice environment. The libraries...
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Florence
02 Feb 23
Nottingham is a great place to study because of its facilities and the campus. Everything is very modern and up to date. The campus is well maintained and has lots of green space...
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