BA (Hons) Philosophy and Politics (International Year)

Keele University

BA (Hons) Philosophy and Politics (International Year)

  • Country United Kingdom
  • Course Duration 48 month
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Courses Campus On Campus
  • Language Specification IELTS
  • Program Level Undergraduate
  • Education Required Grade 12 /Equivalent to 12th
  • Admission intake SEP
  • Minimum GPA 70
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Application Charges

Application Fee Tution Fee
Free GBP 16,800

Application Date

Application Start Date Application Closing Date
2023-03-03
2023-08-20

Program Description

Philosophy and Politics at Keele poses important questions about right and wrong, human life and the nature of reality as well as looking into the role of power, leadership and policies within society.In Philosophy you will study texts, think about ideas and formulate your own philosophical theories. You will explore central themes such as moral and political philosophy, logic, epistemology, and the philosophies of mind, religion and science and will consider key philosophical problems about the nature of the world, the mind and various solutions proposed.You’ll learn about different philosophical traditions past and present, including Anglo-American, Indian, Buddhist, Greek, French and German philosophy. You’ll enhance your logical and critical thinking skills, and develop the use of sound arguments to defend your views, while detecting fallacies and other argumentative weaknesses.Politics at Keele seeks to understand society and the events and forces which shape it, engaging with questions of power, justice, conflict, legitimacy, accountability, and governance. You will explore why citizens are increasingly disillusioned with politics; what a democracy is; when and how it’s legitimate to protest; and the effects of different models of government. You can tailor your studies to your interests, whether theoretical, historical or oriented to specific issues.Our academics in the School of Social, Political and Global Studies are active researchers, with expertise in environmental politics, European and American politics and international relations. You can tailor your degree programme to pursue your interests and build your knowledge across a range of areas, ready to pursue a variety of routes after university.

ENHANCE YOUR LEARNING

THE PRACTICE OF POLITICS
Whether you’re thinking of pursuing a career in politics or would like to explore public service more broadly, this optional module in your second year of study can help you to gain more information about the types of careers available and how you can prepare yourself for employment. From CV writing, to interview techniques, you will learn how you can enhance your prospects of finding a role suitable for you. This will help you to understand the process behind reaching your career aspirations and applying your practical skills, working with others and showcasing your independent skills.
PARLIAMENTARY STUDIES
In your third year, you may have the opportunity to apply for our ‘Parliamentary Studies’ module in which staff from the UK Parliament at Westminster join us to teach how Parliament operates. You may explore policy making and legislative procedures that can help to enhance your experience and provide valuable insight into politics and law.
ROYAL INSTITUTE OF PHILOSOPHY LECTURE SERIES
Hear from guest speakers about their philosophical research and engage in thought-provoking discussions with peers and visitors from other universities. You will have the opportunity to network with professionals and share your knowledge and opinions as well as experience debates on a larger scale to gain a wider insight into different theories and explanations of philosophy. This experience builds your awareness of new research and allows you to demonstrate your critical thinking skills.
WORK PLACEMENT YEAR
On this course, you will have the opportunity to opt for a Work Placement Year in the School of Social, Political and Global Studies between Year 2 and 3. This will allow you to apply your knowledge and practical skills in a workplace environment enabling you to build key skills in communication, teamwork and project management. You will be able to demonstrate your abilities and creative thinking, working with fellow professionals as well as independently.You will be supported by staff in your preparation to apply for a work placement that suits your interests and career prospects. This opportunity will allow you to develop both personally and professionally during your studies which will assist you in your employment after university.

STUDY ABROAD

INTERNATIONAL YEAR
Enhance your career prospects with an International Year at one of our partner institutions. Utilising this opportunity between 2nd and 3rd year can help in your employment search to stand out from the crowd and broaden your horizons, potentially working across the globe.This experience will expose you to a different culture and society where you will be able to reflect on your learning and apply your knowledge further. You will also gain insight into the different challenges faced by the community and develop your understanding of sociological factors that impact the way in which people live their lives.On successful completion of all modules across the year, you will graduate with an enhanced degree title. This can be highly beneficial for your career prospects and an opportunity to strengthen your knowledge and interests. You can find more information here.Alternatively, you may choose to study abroad for just a semester in your second year which will count towards your second-year grades. Our Global Opportunities team will support you through the process, ensuring you are able to get the most out of your international experience.

Other Requirements

  • CISCE / CBSE / West Bengal Class XII: 60% - 90% required depending on course. Subjects Requirements : - Maths with 70% and English with 60% All other State Boards Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard Class XII: 65% - 95% required depending on course.Subjects Requirements : - Maths with 70% and English with 60% 2 years of study must have been completed.
  • For IELTS Waiver : CISCE/CBSE Class XII: 70% or above. All other State Boards Class XII (except Punjab or Mohali School Education Board): 75% or above in English, depending on course.Study should be taught in English. Otherwise IELTS is required.

Extra Notes


* NOTE : The Tuition Fee is subject to change Semester wise, as such for exact Tuition Fee kindly see the Website of the respective University.
* NOTE : Pathways : Students who want to pursue a Graduate Degree through a particular University but are unable to meet the university requirements for the GPA, GRE/GMAT or English Language scores, have to take up an additional academic and language support i.e. pathways in order to ensure the admit and study at the desired University.