Politics and Philosophy
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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3 Years

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London School of Economics and Political Science

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

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Delve into the key political issues and philosophical questions confronting the world today on this joint honours programme.You’ll explore how government policies and decisions are formed and look at challenging philosophical questions on ethics, human rights, justice and many other topics.You won’t simply study politics and philosophy side by side. You’ll see how each subject helps us understand political practices and behaviour and the development of political ideals. This includes examining ...Read more

Delve into the key political issues and philosophical questions confronting the world today on this joint honours programme.You’ll explore how government policies and decisions are formed and look at challenging philosophical questions on ethics, human rights, justice and many other topics.You won’t simply study politics and philosophy side by side. You’ll see how each subject helps us understand political practices and behaviour and the development of political ideals. This includes examining public policies from the perspective of moral and political philosophy.This degree helps you develop your creative thinking, communication and data analysis skills – preparing you for a rewarding career in areas such as government, the public sector, financial services, education, research or teaching.Politics and Philosophy are ranked 4th and 3rd respectively in the QS World University Rankings – the highest ranking of any UK-based philosophy department.Graduate destinations:Politics graduates have a range of skills and can fit into a variety of positions in modern life. Our former students have followed careers in business and banking, in law, in central and local government, in teaching and research, in public and university administration, and in journalism and television.

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25 May 21

Lse is fantastic and I have been really enjoying my time here. The students and the teachers are awesome and the facilities are really great. only negative thing : would have..Read more

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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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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.

£9,535 per year

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£27,500 per year

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Lse is fantastic and I have been really enjoying my time here. The students and the teachers are awesome and the facilities are really great. only negative thing : would have...
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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
Houghton Street London Greater London WC2A 2AE United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Holborn  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Holborn  0.2 miles away
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