BA (Hons) Philosophy and Politics
**Why Philosophy and Politics?**Our Philosophy and Politics degree will help you grow your intellectual initiative and confidence to make positive contributions on the most pressing issues of our age. Gaining deep insights about what it means to be human and how best we can live together, you’ll learn to apply ideas in ways which will make a difference to you and your communities. With excellent support from our expert tutors and through small group discussions with fellow students, you’ll consider key issues of value, equality, identity and power, while module options will allow you to match your study to your own interests and goals. Topics range from populism, truth and the media, to looking beyond good and evil, from ideologies, systems and institutions, to philosophy and literature.Our course provides valuable opportunities to take your learning into the wider world, through UK and international field trips, along with placements and project work in professional and lived contexts. Previous students have visited destinations in the USA, Canada, India and Spain and have experienced hands-on engagement work with environmental, business and socio-political groups. This mix of advanced knowledge and practical experience will empower you to become a sophisticated, creative and valuable thinker, with investigative, analytical research and communication skills. These highly desirable abilities will prepare you for a career in a range of roles in the third sector, journalism, politics, teaching, marketing and many other industries.**Why University of Gloucestershire?**We’ve been using our expertise to support and inspire students since 1847. Join us and you will benefit from professional-standard facilities in the beautiful, historic surroundings of Cheltenham and Gloucester. Our vibrant and tight-knit community of over 10,000 students and staff paired with a wide variety of courses means you will have the best of both worlds – a diverse community of sports clubs, societies and activities while also benefiting from specialist lecturers who value you as an individual. Who Cares? We do. We care about our students and the planet. We listened to what our students value most, turning our prospectus digital and providing opportunities for them to protect the planet and move on to study in an environment that works hard to support future generations. As a result, we’re proud that the University of Gloucestershire has been judged the UK’s most sustainable university.Our students never tire of finding inspiration here in the dynamic county of Gloucestershire, home to over 45 festivals every year, including 2000trees, Wychwood and the world-famous Cheltenham Literature festival. Many students gain valuable skills and experience working at these events alongside their studies.**After the course**Your story with us doesn’t end at graduation. Through our innovative Your Future Plan scheme, you will be supported to become the graduate that you want to be, making industry connections and taking part in placements and field trips that offer invaluable experience outside of the lecture theatre. We are proud of our record that 93% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study six months after completing their course*.*UK Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020.**Experience an open day**Book yourself a place at a University of Gloucestershire open day at www.glos.ac.uk/BookAnOpenDay. Our open days have been designed to inform you, inspire you, and help you make the right decision about your next step. It’s your chance to see the university for yourself, get a real insight into what we're about and meet your potential course tutors and lecturers. Our friendly student ambassadors will also be on hand to show you round your campus. **To fi
**Why Philosophy and Politics?**Our Philosophy and Politics degree will help you grow your intellectual initiative and confidence to make positive contributions on the most pressing issues of our age. Gaining deep insights about what it means to be human and how best we can live together, you’ll learn to apply ideas in ways which will make a difference to you and your communities. With excellent support from our expert tutors and through small group discussions with fellow students, you’ll consider key issues of value, equality, identity and power, while module options will allow you to match your study to your own interests and goals. Topics range from populism, truth and the media, to looking beyond good and evil, from ideologies, systems and institutions, to philosophy and literature.Our course provides valuable opportunities to take your learning into the wider world, through UK and international field trips, along with placements and project work in professional and lived contexts. Previous students have visited destinations in the USA, Canada, India and Spain and have experienced hands-on engagement work with environmental, business and socio-political groups. This mix of advanced knowledge and practical experience will empower you to become a sophisticated, creative and valuable thinker, with investigative, analytical research and communication skills. These highly desirable abilities will prepare you for a career in a range of roles in the third sector, journalism, politics, teaching, marketing and many other industries.**Why University of Gloucestershire?**We’ve been using our expertise to support and inspire students since 1847. Join us and you will benefit from professional-standard facilities in the beautiful, historic surroundings of Cheltenham and Gloucester. Our vibrant and tight-knit community of over 10,000 students and staff paired with a wide variety of courses means you will have the best of both worlds – a diverse community of sports clubs, societies and activities while also benefiting from specialist lecturers who value you as an individual. Who Cares? We do. We care about our students and the planet. We listened to what our students value most, turning our prospectus digital and providing opportunities for them to protect the planet and move on to study in an environment that works hard to support future generations. As a result, we’re proud that the University of Gloucestershire has been judged the UK’s most sustainable university.Our students never tire of finding inspiration here in the dynamic county of Gloucestershire, home to over 45 festivals every year, including 2000trees, Wychwood and the world-famous Cheltenham Literature festival. Many students gain valuable skills and experience working at these events alongside their studies.**After the course**Your story with us doesn’t end at graduation. Through our innovative Your Future Plan scheme, you will be supported to become the graduate that you want to be, making industry connections and taking part in placements and field trips that offer invaluable experience outside of the lecture theatre. We are proud of our record that 93% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study six months after completing their course*.*UK Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020.**Experience an open day**Book yourself a place at a University of Gloucestershire open day at www.glos.ac.uk/BookAnOpenDay. Our open days have been designed to inform you, inspire you, and help you make the right decision about your next step. It’s your chance to see the university for yourself, get a real insight into what we're about and meet your potential course tutors and lecturers. Our friendly student ambassadors will also be on hand to show you round your campus. **To fi
