BA Philosophy and History

The BA Philosophy and History course at Essex University is a three-year full-time undergraduate degree. It offers a unique intersection of philosophy and history, allowing students to grapple with some of the most profound questions about human existence, society, and historical development.Course Content: The course is divided into three levels, each with its own set of modules. The first level provides a broad introduction to philosophy and history, the second level includes a mix of philosophy and history modules, and the third level involves a year-long History project or a Philosophy dissertation.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include History and Meanings, Ethics, Foundations of Modern Political Thought, Historiography, Philosophy of Mind, and a personal mini research project in History. The final year's project involves a significant piece of independent research.Accreditations: There are no specific accreditations listed for this course. Future Careers: Graduates from this course have a wide range of career options available to them. Career paths include law, journalism, civil service, advertising, teaching, and further academic research. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.