Undergraduate courses
You can study philosophy as a single honours degree or in combination with other subjects as a joint honours degree. Courses are three years of full-time study
and can also be taken as a four-year option including a year of study abroad.
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BA Philosophy
Our BA Philosophy combines traditions of Anglo-American analytical and European Continental philosophy. You study a wide range of major
thinkers, from Plato and Aristotle to Marx, Nietzsche, Freud and Sartre, and through them learn to engage critically in fundamental questions about how
we experience and understand the world, such as the meaning of life, our ethical responsibilities to other people, the crises of capitalism and
the role of religion.
Read the full course descriptions on our course finder:
Our module directory allows you to see the range of undergraduate philosophy modules you can take.
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BA Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
BA Philosophy, Religion and Ethics provides an exciting and cohesive programme of study in philosophy, with a special focus on questions
related to religion and ethics, including fundamental issues such as:
- the meaning of life;
- the relationship between faith and reason;
- arguments for and against the existence of God, and;
- the moral status of abortion and euthanasia.
You study both classic texts and on-going debates through
a range of philosophical traditions, equipping you to engage with these discussions in an informed and critical way.
Read the full course descriptions on our course finder:
Our module directory allows you to see the range of undergraduate philosophy modules you can take.
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BA Philosophy and Art History
Our BA Philosophy and Art History course offers you the opportunity to study two of the most fascinating humanities subjects. Our unique course considers the fundamental
questions raised by both disciplines, as well as their historical contexts and practical applications, allowing you to utilise the knowledge of one to inform the other.
Read the full course descriptions on our course finder:
Our module directory allows you to see the range of undergraduate philosophy modules you can take.
More joint honours degrees with philosophy
Our joint honours degrees allow you to study philosophy in combination with other subjects including politics and economics, history, human rights,
law, sociology, literature and modern languages. Most joint honours courses can be taken as a four-year option including a year abroad.
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Courses in the School of Philosophy and Art History
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Courses in philosophy with other departments
Undergraduate pathways
If you don't meet our standard undergraduate entry requirements, our International Academy offers
undergraduate pathways that equip you with the necessary
academic and English language skills to enable you to progress to an undergraduate philosophy course.
Study abroad
Our courses give you many opportunities to study abroad, from two-week intensive programmes to spending a whole term or a
year at one of our partner universities around the world.
UG open days
Book a place at our next undergraduate open day. As well as meeting staff from departments and admissions, who can answer any questions you have, you can speak to current students about life at Essex while taking a campus tour.
Careers and skills
We offer a variety of careers support to help with professional development during
your time at Essex and with finding employment or further study after you graduate.
How to apply
Find out more about how to apply for a course in philosophy at Essex. We can provide
help and advice, and guide you through the application process.