Philosophy teaches us how to think and react to the world around us, asking questions of the universe and our place in it. Students will be taught by internationally recognised experts who will engage with your ideas, thoughts and beliefs.
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, and go on to enjoy diverse careers in teaching, journalism, politics and law.
Do you want to apply to study philosophy? Learn more about the top five UK universities for philosophy (2020 Guardian University Guide) below and arrange a free consultation with SI-UK in Nairobi or Mombasa today to get your application started.
Top Five UK Universities for Philosophy
1. University of Oxford
The faculty of Philosophy at the University of Oxford offers a range of joint courses in philosophy which can be combined with Classics, Modern Languages and Computer Science. There are over 50 full-time permanent members of the Faculty of Philosophy, each with a college Fellowship.
Prospects for University of Oxford graduates remain some of the best in the UK, and five years after graduation Oxford graduate salaries average almost £43,000.
- Undergraduate course to consider: BA (hons) Computer Science and Philosophy
2. University of Cambridge
The BA (hons) philosophy incorporates first year modules such as Ethics and Political Philosophy and Formal Philosophy, whilst in years 2 and 3 students focus on what interests them, choosing three subjects from the following:
- History of Analytic Philosophy
- Ethics
- Greek and Roman Philosophy (from Classics)
- Early Modern Philosophy
- Epistemology and Metaphysics of Science
- Political Philosophy
- Experimental Philosophy (from Natural Sciences, involving practical work)
The University of Cambridge is the second-oldest university in the English-speaking world and is regarded as one of the world's top five universities.
- Undergraduate course to consider: BA (hons) Philosophy
3. University of St Andrews
Philosophy at the University St Andrews is currently ranked 6th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2020) and the best in Scotland (Guardian University Guide 2020). A busy undergraduate Philosophy Society organises talks, debates, parties and other social events to keep minds sharp away from study.
The MA in Philosophy at St Andrews is a four-year degree that prepares students for many different types of careers. Former student Youngju, said of the department: “The size of the Department makes for a friendly and focused environment, and our lecturers and tutors are always ready to help students.”
- Postgraduate course to consider: MA Philosophy
4. University of Southampton
Philosophy at the University of Southampton addresses topics such as “global poverty, ideology and propaganda, the nature of fictional characters and how we should understand disagreements about what is true in a fiction.” Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes aim to provide understanding of the main areas of philosophy and of the concepts, arguments and positions of major philosophers in the Western tradition.
At Southampton you’ll be taught by lecturers who are leading experts in their field and they’ll help you to become an expert in your subject too.
- Undergraduate course to consider: BA (hons) Philosophy
5. Durham University
Ranked within the top 100 philosophy departments in the world (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020), Durham University has an international reputation for quality in Arts and Humanities. When studying philosophy at Durham, you will learn how to analyse different kinds of evidence, how to detect the strength of arguments presented by experts and how to work collaboratively to solve difficult problems.
Durham University is currently ranked 88th in the world (QS World University Rankinga 2021) and 5th in the UK overall.
- Undergraduate course to consider: BA (hons) Philosophy & Politics
Study Philosophy in the UK
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