BAPhilosophy and English

Study location	United Kingdom, Southampton
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BA
Course code	QV35

Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. Upload documents in original language and translations. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements	English IELTS: 7 (with a minimum of 7 in Reading and Writing, 6.5 in Listening and Speaking) CAE before January 2015: level C CAE after January 2015: 176 points overall with no component less than 176

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	southampton.ac.uk/..sh_and_philosophy.page

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Career opportunities

Studying English and Philosophy at Southampton will help you acquire high-level critical thinking and communication skills that are essential to navigate your career. English and Philosophy graduates have progressed to careers in journalism, publishing, financial services, management and administration, teaching, the media, law, creative writing, and many other areas. The 2013 Destination of Leavers of Higher Education (DLHE) survey found that 92% of English and Philosophy graduates were in work or study six months after finishing their degree.

You will be developing and practising the skills required for a successful career from day one of the course. Over three years you will learn to

• write in different ways and for different formats
• think critically and express yourself clearly
• argue your case
• make interesting and confident presentations
• work effectively both on your own and in groups
• identify and research areas that you think are important

These are all skills that are valued not just by the university but by employers. As a student rep you might also take an active role in the governance of the department, of a student society, or of the Students’ Union. English and Philosophy also offers some opportunities for direct work experience.