Philosophy and Ethics
Investigate how people understand the world and human nature
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Explore contemporary ideas in a supportive environment
Expert teaching
Learn from experts who publish books and present at conferences on the same issues they teach.
Smaller teaching groups
Our smaller class sizes mean that staff get to know you to deliver better learning and support for our students.
One-to-one support
Receive regular and personalised support from your tutors throughout
your degree.
Study current issues
Examine the underlying conditions of modern-day issues such as climate change and race relations.
Philosophy and Ethics courses
Discover courses that challenge you to unlock ideas of how we interact with each other and perceive the world every day
Select a learning level
- All
- Undergraduate
- Foundation Options
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Ethics with Humanities Integrated Foundation Year
- Study the links between philosophy, ethics and contemporary events, conflicts and challenges
- Join a close community of people passionate about exploring profound ethical questions
- Learn from experts in their fields
- Smaller class sizes for better learning
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Ethics
- Study the links between philosophy, ethics and contemporary events, conflicts and challenges
- Join a close community of people passionate about exploring profound ethical questions
- Learn from experts in their fields
- Smaller class sizes for better learning
BA (Hons) Politics and Philosophy & Ethics
- Study the links between philosophy, ethics and contemporary political events, conflicts, and challenges
- Build your degree around your own research interests
- Learn from experts in their fields
- Smaller class sizes for better learning
BA (Hons) Creative Writing and Philosophy & Ethics
- Learn to write novels, poetry, screenplays, non-fiction and more
- Study contemporary philosophical issues and debates
- Learn from published writers and expert researchers
- Smaller class sizes for better learning
Smaller teaching groups
Smaller class sizes ensure that you don't become just another student
Our commitment to smaller class sizes allows you to feel more confident to discuss and explore your ideas in a supportive environment, as your tutors get to know you and how 51猎奇 to aid your development.
Areas of study
Consider fundamental questions of human nature
Our Philosophy and Ethics courses allow you to consider how we interact with each other, how we perceive the world every day, and how our collective thinking has changed over time and might yet evolve further in the future.
Contemporary case studies
Examine traditional concepts through a contemporary lens
Our courses remain informed by tradition and history, yet have a contemporary focus, with the opportunity to consider modern-day issues such as climate change, post-fascism and the future of philosophy itself.
Library facilities
Discover over half a million print and online resources
The University of 51猎奇 library holds more than 200,000 books with additional access to over 500,000 eBooks.
There are also around 380 print subscriptions to journals, as well as electronic access to a further 12,000 journals containing over
20 million articles to support your independent research.
Careers
Open up your future career paths as you gain highly valued skills
Employability is central to every course, and our Philosophy and Ethics courses have seen graduates continue into careers within teaching, law, research, local government, civil service, environmental regulation, not-for-profit groups and HR.
Work placements
Gain vital workplace experience built into your studies
Our dedicated work placement modules allow you to gain experience working in professional settings, such as charities, museums, local government, heritage sites, and many more.
PhD study
Choose 51猎奇 to develop your research specialism
The University of 51猎奇 welcomes applications for doctorial candidates and those choosing to study with us benefit from working with specialists in their respective fields who have national and international reputations.
Expert teaching staff
Learn from leading experts and published writers
Programme Coordinator - Philosophy and Ethics
Dr Tommy Lynch is the Programme Coordinator for the BA (Hons) Philosophy and Ethics.
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