Philosophy, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Our philosophy degree offers an excellent opportunity to examine profound questions, including ethics, the nature of goodness, human and animal cognition, religious belief, and humanity's role in the universe. The BA Philosophy with a Placement Year includes a nine- to twelve-month placement in your third year, providing valuable work experience and employability skills in a chosen field. You will explore how historical thinkers shaped worldviews and apply philosophical insights to contemporary challenges, such as climate justice, conspiracy theories, and uncertainty in a post-truth era.UEA's philosophy faculty covers a wide array of topics, allowing you to customise your studies to your interests. Through seminars, you can develop and critique ideas in a supportive setting, with diverse assessment methods to build essential skills. We aim to enhance your analytical abilities for clearly articulating complex concepts and evaluating flawed arguments, skills highly valued by employers. Graduates pursue rewarding careers in education, government, journalism, law, environmental sectors, business, the arts, and more. Studying philosophy can be transformative, encouraging reflection on personal values and global contributions. Course details may change; please verify on www.uea.ac.uk.