Why study this course?

This course is for you if you want to…

• Delve into primary sources that have survived to the modern day – have access to our on-campus Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology Museum where teaching usually takes place.
• Experience history where it happened – visit all the sites, monuments and museums you have been studying for the previous years. Our unique Study Tour module is funded by the department and enables you to travel abroad with your fellow students and academics.
• Enjoy fantastic module variety –The amount of optional modules on offer will allow you to specialise more as you progress through your degree course so that you can study areas of the discipline that interest you most. Modules such as Reasons to Believe, Philosophy of Mental Health, Just War, and Fantastic Beasts and How to Understand Them: Topics in Philosophy of Biology.
• Consider philosophy from all angles – We tackle philosophy from a wide range of perspectives ranging from Classical and Medieval to Continental, Eastern and Latin American. Not only do we teach it, but you can also live it as part of your year abroad with more 200 international university partners.
• Join a vibrant and enthusiastic community – Enjoy access to a student experience team who co-ordinates regular coffee mornings for staff and students, visiting speakers, specialist lectures, and a variety of trips.