UK Philosophy Courses

Introduction to Philosophy

Philosophy degrees at UK universities are taught by internationally respected academics and researchers who will engage with your ideas, thoughts and beliefs.

Philosophy teaches us how to think and react to the world around us, asking questions of the universe and our place in it. International students who wish to study a philosophy degree in the UK will be introduced to the principles of ethics, logic and reasoning, developing critical and analytical thinking, studying modules such as metaphysical philosophy, mind, language and representation and meta-ethic.

Philosophy Careers and Salary

• Average starting professional salary: £45,838
• Average starting graduate salary: £25,654

Source: National Careers Service UK.

Philosophy Entry Requirements

• Typical International Baccalaureate requirements: Minimum 32 points.
• Typical A-levels requirements: ABB including Biology and Physics.
• Typical IELTS requirements: 7.0 overall, with no lower than 6.5 in any one component.

Please note that entry requirements vary for each UK university.

Where can I study Philosophy in the UK?

To learn more about the best Philosophy courses in the UK, find details on the top ten ranking Philosophy universities in the CUG 2022 below::

1. University of Oxford
2. University of St Andrews
3. University of Cambridge
4. London School of Economics and Political Science
5. University of Warwick
6. University College London
7. University of Bristol
8. King’s College London
9. Durham University
10. University of Dundee

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