Philosophy and English (BA)

Award
Bachelor of Arts
Typical Offer
ABB View full entry requirements
Duration
3 years
Course Type
Full-time
Campus
Avenue
UCAS Course code
QV35

About this course

Philosophy and English literature have tackled some of the biggest questions of our age: Is there a god? What is morality? What does it mean to be human? 

On this joint honours course, you’ll examine these and other fundamental concepts from 2 complementary angles, enriching your understanding and appreciation of each discipline.

This BA degree will give you an excellent education in literature, theory, and critical thinking.

In your degree you can:

  • learn about philosophical questions such as ethics, reason, and responsibility
  • explore philosophy and literature through diverse times and places, from Viking to Victorian eras, and from Eastern to African settings
  • study themes like the Islamic Golden Age, classical Indian philosophy, and holocaust literature
  • study abroad at one of our partner institutions
  • explore contested narratives, like race and culture in American literature

You’ll be taught in small groups in a relaxed and friendly environment, and benefit from the expertise of academic staff whose research feeds directly into the course content.

Compulsory modules provide a strong grounding in philosophical and critical thought, while optional modules give you the freedom to pursue your own interests in varied subjects like scriptwriting, short stories, and Islamic philosophy. You can take modules from other disciplines such as anthropology or psychology, studying a language, or choosing from a range of cross-disciplinary modules.

Year abroad

A year abroad will enhance your understanding of philosophy and English and let you experience a new culture. Discover more benefits and financial support options for studying abroad.

Apply using:

  • Course name: Philosophy and English with a Year Abroad
  • UCAS code: QV36

Year in employment

Enhance your employability by taking this course with a paid industrial placement year. 

You'll spend this extra year applying the skills and knowledge you've learned so far.

We regularly review our courses to ensure and improve quality. This course may be revised as a result of this. Any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Find out why, when, and how we might make changes.

Our courses are regulated in England by the Office for Students (OfS).

Course location

This course is based at Avenue.

Awarding body

This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.

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