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Philosophy and Modern Languages & Cultures BA
at University of Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 20,000
Country Rank#12
Duration48 Months
Score IELTS: 7

Program Overview

Explore the connections between language and philosophical thought with this degree. Get an insight into how philosophical thought has shaped many of the cultures of modern Europe.

Philosophical reflection requires a distinctive combination of imagination and exact reasoning. You'll develop these skills through a wide range of modules on the philosophy side of the degree. There are no compulsory modules so you can shape your own course. We cover key areas such as ethics, philosophy of mind, theory of knowledge, political philosophy, metaphysics and logic.

The flexibility of the modern languages part of the degree means you have the option to study philosophy with either one or two of these languages: Catalan, Czech, Dutch, French, German, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. You can study Italian on this degree but only alongside a second language as well as philosophy. Luxembourg Studies is available as an option from year two onwards, either on its own or with a second language and philosophy.

You can take any language from beginner's level, and you can take French, German, Russian or Spanish post-A Level (or equivalent).

You'll develop your communication skills in your chosen language or languages to a high level. Optional modules include linguistics, literature, society and politics, history, philosophy and film studies.

We have recommended pathways through the languages and modules to enable you to create combinations that work well together. However, our flexible approach means you are not constrained by those pathways and we support you to make the choices that are best for you.

You'll spend the third year of your course abroad. We have a wide range of destinations on offer, both within Europe and beyond. You can choose to study at a leading university, carry out an approved work placement, or in some cases take part in exciting volunteering opportunities.

This degree opens up a wide range of career opportunities, close to home and further afield. You'll get extensive training in analytical writing and techniques, as well as other transferable skills. You'll develop highly valuable language skills, and you'll gain a sophisticated understanding of the countries where your chosen language or languages are spoken.

Studying in another country will greatly enhance your transferable as well as language skills, making you even more attractive to employers.

Course Content
A selection of modules are available each year - some examples are below. There may be changes before you start your course.

You can find a comprehensive list of all of our languages and cultures modules broken down by language on the School of Languages and Cultures website

First year
For philosophy, you can select any modules from the list below, and students normally choose a minimum of 40 credits in philosophy in their first year.

Optional philosophy modules:
- Elementary Logic
- History of Philosophical Ideas
- LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans* and Queer) Studies
- Mind, Brain and Personal Identity
- Philosophy of Science
- Reason and Argument
- Writing Philosophy
- Death
- Religion in Britain
- History of Ethics
- Matters of Life and Death
- Philosophy of Religion
- Philosophy of Sex
- Self and Society
Second year

For philosophy, you can select any modules from the list below, and students typically take 60 credits in philosophy in their second year.

Optional philosophy modules:
- Ethics: Theoretical and Practical
- Feminism
- Formal Logic
- Metaphysics
- Philosophy of Education
- Philosophy of Mind
- Philosophy of the Arts
- Political Philosophy
- Ethnography and Lived Religion
- Reference and Truth
- Religion and the Good Life
- Theory of Knowledge
- Topics in Political Philosophy
Third year

You'll spend the third year of your course abroad, speaking the language and living the culture of either one or two of your chosen languages.

Fourth year

For philosophy, you can select any modules from the list below, and students typically take 60 credits in philosophy in their final year.

Optional philosophy modules:
- Workplace learning (details TBC)
- Advanced Political Philosophy
- Ancient Chinese Philosophy
- Free Will & Religion
- Feminist & Queer Studies in Religion, Global Perspectives
- Global Justice
- Language, Speakers and the World
- Moral Theory and Moral Psychology
- Pain, Pleasure, and Emotions
- Phenomenology
- Philosophy of Cognitive Science
- Philosophy of Psychology
- Philosophical Project 1
- Philosophical Project 2
- Philosophy of Law
- Philosophy of Psychology
- Plato's Symposium
- Utopia, Reform and Democracy
- The Radical Demand in Logstrup's Ethics
- Topics in Social Philosophy
Entry Requirement
The A Level entry requirements for this course are:
- BBB
- typically including a modern foreign language
- A Levels + additional qualifications BBB, typically including a modern foreign language + B in the EPQ
- International Baccalaureate 32, typically with 5 in a Higher Level modern foreign language
- BTEC Extended Diploma DDM in a relevant subject + an appropriate modern foreign language qualification
- BTEC Diploma DD + B at A Level typically in a modern foreign language
- Scottish Highers + 1 Advanced Higher ABBBB + B typically in a modern foreign language
- Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels B + BB, typically including a modern foreign language
- Access to HE Diploma Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 24 at Distinction and 21 at Merit
Routes for mature students

Other requirements
If you are not studying a modern foreign language, the department will consider other evidence of aptitude for language learning (such as a languages GCSE at grade 6/B or, for non-native speakers of English, an English language qualification)

English language requirements
You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification
Fees & Scholarships
Home students
£9,250

Overseas students
£20,000

Additional costs
The annual fee for your course includes a number of items in addition to your tuition. If an item or activity is classed as a compulsory element for your course, it will normally be included in your tuition fee. There are also other costs which you may need to consider
Career Prospect
Our graduates are excellent communicators, adaptable and culturally aware. They work in international development organisations, business and banking, translating and interpreting, intelligence services, journalism, teaching, publishing, and international sales and marketing. Many go on to further study.

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Philosophy and Modern Languages & Cultures BA at University of Sheffield