11Oct
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Course summary
Explore the intersections of philosophy, politics, and law. You’ll gain the analytical, ethical, and legal skills you need to make real-world impact and understand contemporary issues. With opportunities for tailored research, a professional development module, and international study experiences, our BA Philosophy, Politics and Law readies you for success in a variety of job roles and industries. You’ll be encouraged to take innovative and creative approaches to research, lending fresh and diverse perspective to political and philosophical traditions, ethical frameworks, and legal principles. Bringing together the best of the School of Social Policy, our prestigious Philosophy Department, and the Birmingham Law School, this interdisciplinary degree offers a wide range of specialist modules in politics, philosophy and law taught by expert academics. Why study this course?
- Develop critical thinking, research, and communication skills, preparing you for careers in public affairs; NGO and non-profit organisations; journalism and the media; international relations; legal professions, and public policy.
- Our Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER) gives Birmingham students the edge. With our opportunities to build practical skills, confidence and employability, you'll stand out in a competitive jobs market.
- Lead the discourse in a department at the forefront of philosophical discussion and debate.
- Shape your studies with a unique mix of philosophical analysis, political theory, and legal frameworks, alongside independent research projects.
- Learn from world-class academics, and benefit from their personalised guidance. Receive skill and career development through seminars, supervision, and strong departmental support throughout your studies.
Modules
First-year modules cover a broad base of the subject and are designed to introduce you to ways of studying at university. By the final year the modules you take will become more specialised and reflect the research expertise of the academic staff. More detailed module information can be found on the course page.
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- VM51
- Institution code:
- B32
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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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 |
*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
The Government has yet to confirm the tuition fees payable by Home students for 2026/27 and subsequent years. The provisional tuition fee shown above relates to the academic year 2025/26. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees without delay.
For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above.
If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter.
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT