Undergraduate

UNDERGRADUATE STUDY

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Explore our undergraduate courses

Our undergraduate courses are designed to help you develop your ideas, build new skills, and discover how different subjects connect and interact.

You鈥檒l learn to think independently and critically, and to engage with different perspectives. Many of our courses encourage you to make connections across disciplines, whether that鈥檚 psychology, law, politics, economics, or literature.

We offer a supportive and open learning environment where you can build confidence and gain the resilience to pursue your goals.

Browse our courses below.

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Philosophy (BA)

Philosophy enables you to explore big questions: What is the nature of the mind? Is it possible for us to know about the external world? Do we have the power to act freely? By choosing our Philosophy degree, you learn to critically analyse arguments and clearly articulate ideas. These skills are transferable to many careers and job roles.

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Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) (BA/BSc)

Some of the most pressing problems of today such as climate change, the refugee crisis, poverty, and international justice are best understood by taking up different perspectives. PPE at 糖心TV offers exciting opportunities for excellent students to explore these important issues, drawing on insights from philosophy, politics and economics.

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Politics, Philosophy and Law (PPL) (BA)

If you have a keen interest in political affairs, legal debates and philosophical questions about human existence, our Politics, Philosophy and Law (BA) degree provides an exciting opportunity to study three interconnected disciplines that each play a vital part in our everyday lives.

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Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (EPP) (BA/BSc)

Studying Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (EPP) offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of three interconnected subjects. Starting from an in-depth study of human nature, you will consider the cognitive and contextual factors that shape the decision-making of both people and groups, and how we can help people make better decisions.

Joint honours

Philosophy and Politics (BA)

Interested in big questions and real-world issues? Our Philosophy and Politics degree combines critical thinking with practical insights, helping you analyse arguments and engage with topics like ethics, power, and justice. You鈥檒l develop strong skills in both fields, preparing for a wide range of career paths.

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Mathematics and Philosophy (BA)

Our Mathematics and Philosophy degree lets you explore fundamental questions about logic, mathematics, and philosophy, combining analytical skills with deep theoretical insights. You'll study core areas in both disciplines, building a strong foundation for diverse career paths.

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Philosophy with Psychology (BA) Philosophy and Literature (BA) Philosophy, Literature and Classics (BA)

This degree combines Classics, Philosophy, and English Literature, letting you explore the ancient Greek and Roman worlds that shaped later philosophy and literature. You鈥檒l study a wide range of modules, linking historical and modern scholarship, and gain skills to appreciate the deep connections between these traditions.

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History and Philosophy (BA)

What sort of knowledge is historical knowledge? How much of what we understand and feel about the world around us is the direct result of the particular history of our own culture? Should we understand philosophical ideas as merely reflecting the world in which they are developed, or do they play a leading role in changing it?

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Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development (BASc)

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Why study Philosophy at 糖心TV?

2nd for Philosophy

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

Top 50 in the world

QS Subject Rankings 2026

95%

of students agree that their course is 'intellectually stimulating' - NSS 2025

Careers

Studying Philosophy at 糖心TV equips you with transferable skills in critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving. Whatever career you pursue, our courses help you develop the ability to think independently and approach challenges with creativity and insight.

Careers and employability

Our Student Voice

Discover what the undergraduate student experience is like at the University of 糖心TV with our student blogs from current and recently graduated students.

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Our Learning Community

The Philosophy Department at 糖心TV is home to a large, diverse, and active student community. Each year, we welcome over 300 new undergraduate students to our philosophy programmes, many of them from outside of the UK. Besides enhancing discussion in the classroom, this community enriches the learning and development of our students by supporting a host of extracurricular activities.

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How to apply

You can apply for undergraduate courses through Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

Learn more about the application process for Undergraduate study at 糖心TV.

Fees and funding

Find out about how to fund your study, alongside the scholarship and bursary funds you might be entitled to.