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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Philosophy (with Foundation Year)
Bristol, UWE
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Philosophy (with Foundation Year) course at Bristol, UWE.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
No specific subjects required. Points from A-Level General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken onto full A-Level) can be included towards overall tariff. You must have a minimum of one A-Level.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Bristol, UWE. These students are taking Philosophy (with Foundation Year) or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Religious Studies | C |
| Government and Politics | C |
| English Literature | C |
| Philosophy | B |
| Psychology | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: V50F
Here's what Bristol, UWE says about its Philosophy (with Foundation Year) course.
Study a future-facing, interdisciplinary philosophy degree, where you'll focus on applying theory to practice. Your teaching will be centred around core themes, comprising of: Health, Society and Public Ethics; Technology, Environment and Sustainability; and Human Flourishing and Creative Practice.
Why study a philosophy degree?
By examining life's fundamental questions, philosophy helps to shape the way we think about the world. What are the ethical, political, and social questions we need to ask ourselves? How can we change the world using our knowledge?
Exploring questions such as these develops your creativity, rationality, and critical thinking skills, enabling you to think carefully about theoretical problems. You'll learn to apply this knowledge to practical situations in the real world, from artificial intelligence to human creativity.
We firmly believe that philosophy is for everyone, and we're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible philosophy course.
Why study at UWE Bristol?
BA(Hons) Philosophy offers a unique and innovative approach to studying philosophy, standing out for its practice-based philosophy, interdisciplinary integration, and future-thinking perspective. Plus, two modules on the course are accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).
Our course equips you to think critically and creatively. You'll be encouraged to question your own preconceptions and cultural biases to foster a deeper understanding of the world.
We understand that philosophy isn't just about abstract ideas; it's about real-world impact, and our collaborations with the Bristol Robotics Laboratory and Bristol Centre for Synthetic Biology have provided previous students with invaluable experiences.
UWE Bristol remains one of the premier destinations to study continental philosophy in the UK. Our expertise in European traditions, including German idealism, 20th-century French philosophy, phenomenology, and hermeneutics, stands out.
Our commitment to postcolonial, decolonial, and indigenous philosophies ensures that you'll be exposed to diverse global perspectives, enriching your philosophical education and preparing you to engage with philosophies from around the world.
Where can a philosophy degree take me?
BA(Hons) Philosophy will transform you into an innovative thinker able to bring new perspectives to many professions. Our graduates have thrived in academia and the business sector, showcasing the critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills they've gained through this course.
Source: Bristol, UWE
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Philosophy (with Foundation Year) at Bristol, UWE.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Social Sciences
Location
Frenchay Campus | Bristol
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time including foundation year
Subjects
• Philosophy
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Bristol, UWE student reviews
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3rd year
Architecture
8 months ago
Anything is useless indeed in this university!
3rd year
Architecture
8 months ago
Awful, step away from this university and choose any other university.
3rd year
Architecture
8 months ago
They took my money for nothing, they don’t help or support students by any means! They help you poorly as if you’re begging from them!!!! As if you’re not paying for studying!!
3rd year
Architecture
8 months ago
It’s a shame to call this an educational institution for students.
3rd year
Architecture
8 months ago
This university is a disgrace. Instead of dealing with it properly, UWE turned on me. They accused me of making up the story during Stage One of the complaint process, and Stage Two has been dragged out endlessly without any resolution. Worse, I was treated badly after speaking up. I faced retalia...
3rd year
Architecture
8 months ago
This university is a disgrace. Instead of dealing with it properly, UWE turned on me. They accused me of making up the story during Stage One of the complaint process, and Stage Two has been dragged out endlessly without any resolution. Worse, I was treated badly after speaking up. I faced retalia...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Bristol, UWE
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Bristol, UWE students who took the Philosophy (with Foundation Year) course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
99%
high
Teaching on my course
99%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
96%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
100%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
97%
high
Learning opportunities
97%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
100%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
100%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
88%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
100%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
96%
high
Assessment and feedback
91%
high
Assessment and feedback
91%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
100%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
100%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
83%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
83%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
88%
high
Academic support
98%
high
Academic support
98%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
96%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
90%
high
Organisation and management
90%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
88%
med
How well organised is your course?
92%
high
Learning resources
92%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
96%
high
Student voice
90%
high
Student voice
90%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
83%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
100%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
88%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
76%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
100%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
92%
high
Student information
See who's studying at Bristol, UWE. These students are taking Philosophy (with Foundation Year) or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Bristol, UWE graduates who took Philosophy (with Foundation Year) - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
30%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
75%
In work, study or other activity
35%
Say it fits with future plans
45%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
40%
Elementary occupations
15%
Administrative occupations
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Sales occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Bristol, UWE graduates who took Philosophy (with Foundation Year) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.4k
First year after graduation
£25.9k
Third year after graduation
£28.8k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Philosophy (with Foundation Year).
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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