Course summary
You’ll explore how government policies and decisions are formed and look at challenging philosophical questions on ethics, human rights, justice and many other topics. You won’t simply study politics and philosophy side by side. You’ll see how each subject helps us understand political practices and behaviour and the development of political ideals. This includes examining public policies from the perspective of moral and political philosophy. This degree helps you develop your creative thinking, communication and data analysis skills – preparing you for a rewarding career in areas such as government, the public sector, financial services, education, research or teaching. Politics and Philosophy are ranked 4th and 3rd respectively in the QS World University Rankings – the highest ranking of any UK-based philosophy department.
How to apply
This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- LV25
- Institution code:
- L72
- Campus name:
- London School of Economics and Political Science
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - AAA
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 38 points
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9535* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
EU | £27500* | Year 1 |
International | £27500* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
Houghton Street
Westminster
WC2A 2AE
Course contact details
Visit our course pageStudent Recruitment Office
Undergraduate Admissions Office
020 7955 7125