Philosophy BA (Hons)
Durham University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 135 graduates of Philosophy BA (Hons) and other courses in Philosophy at Durham University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Philosophy.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Philosophy courses of Durham University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Philosophy
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Philosophy at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27000 | £32500 | £39500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24000 - £31000 | £25000 - £39500 | £30500 - £55000 |
All Philosophy courses of Durham University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Philosophy
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25017 | £24519 | £29423 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21008 - £30017 | £18444 - £32207 | £22385 - £40634 |
All Philosophy Courses in the UK
Course Description
The study of philosophy confronts profound and important questions that arise in all areas of human life – questions such as ‘What does a flourishing human life look like?’ When you choose a philosophy degree, you are embarking on a course which will equip you with the skills needed to think carefully and deeply about what matters in a good life, and how individual happiness is related to friendships, relationships, family, society, the political system and culture.
We offer a distinctive, research-led Philosophy curriculum, incorporating considerable levels of variety and choice. Whatever you choose, you will be taught by internationally renowned experts in the field.
At Durham, you will follow one of the widest-ranging philosophy degrees in the country. Rather than studying one particular school, your degree will equip you with wide-ranging expertise in Anglo-American analytical philosophy and continental philosophy. Each of these has its own distinctive set of issues and approaches to resolving them. We have special expertise in the philosophy of science, and social science, and the history of science and medicine. You can also apply to add a placement year or a year abroad to your degree, increasing the course from three years to four.
Philosophy is a new subject for many students, so in your first year you will follow a range of introductory modules, introducing the fundamental philosophical subject areas.
In your second year, you will further develop the critical skills required for independent learning, and modules also become more specifically focused.
In your third year, you will design and carry out your own dissertation which is the cornerstone of the degree.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
This particular course
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Philosophy BA (Hons) at Durham University
| 20% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 15% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 5% | Customer service occupations |
| 5% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Philosophy BA (Hons)
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £23900 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £23900 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The tuition fees for 2024/25 academic year have not yet been finalised, they will be displayed here once approved.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
of Durham University
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 41 different rankings
Positions of Durham University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Durham University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #6
- #7
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- Philosophy
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #7
- #8
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- Philosophy
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #5
- #31
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- Philosophy
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 12 March, 2025]
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- #9
- #39
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- Philosophy
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
See all 41 university rankings of Durham University
About Durham University
Founded in 1832, Durham University (DU) is located in the cathedral city of Durham, North East England. DU takes pride in having numerous subject fields ranked among the best in the world according to QS, as well as having an exceptionally large course catalogue without compromising the quality that students can expect. Apart from the impressive academic opportunities on offer, students can also participate in numerous sports, music, and art-based extracurricular activities on-site.
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Student composition of Durham University
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Total number of students enrolled at Durham University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 17140
- postgraduates:
- 4365
- Total:
- 21505
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FAQ about Philosophy BA (Hons) Durham University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £27000 15 months after graduation, £32500 3 years after graduation and £39500 after graduation.
- Business and public service associate professionals (20%), Elementary occupations (15%), Teaching Professionals (10%), Sales occupations (10%)
- 135 graduates rated the course 87. This means that 87% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Durham University achieved the highest ranking for Philosophy. It is ranked #7 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Philosophy). See all subject rankings for Durham University.
- Philosophy BA (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Durham University.
- It is moderately difficult to get accepted into this course. The average UCAS tariff score of this course is 152 which is among the
Percentile among all Philosophy students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 12 March, 2025
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024