What is the nature of reality? Are our minds separate from our bodies? Does virtue require moral knowledge? Studying a philosophy degree course will equip you with the techniques and tools to creatively answer the biggest abstract questions of our time. You'll develop a disciplined approach to thinking, learn how to dissect arguments, and find out how to form your own. You'll also study some of the greatest philosophers throughout history, including Nietzsche, Kierkegaard and Wittgenstein. We teach in small groups, giving you access to individual support to guide your learning.
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Learn in small groups
Individual support and a chance to explore your ideas in depth
Philosophy courses
Focus your studies on philosophy, or combine it with another interest by choosing a joint honours degree.
Undergraduate courses
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BA
Philosophy and History
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BA
Philosophy and Politics
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BA
Philosophy, Ethics and Religion
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BA
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
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Related subjects
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English
Discover the rich and diverse history of literature in English, spanning over 1,000 years and 6 continents across the globe. You'll develop your conceptual thinking and learn to communicate complex ideas when you study English with us. -
Film studies
Study film from a wide variety of perspectives: as art, as a business, and as a cultural and historical artefact. From the earliest projected images to the present day, you'll cover cinema from Hollywood, Europe and the rest of the world.
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Study spaces and facilities
My research interests include epistemology, philosophy of religion, and the works of Ludwig Wittgenstein and Søren Kierkegaard.
I'm working on ways to understand and improve the ways we measure animal welfare, to help guide policy and encourage better treatment of animals.
My current research concerns the nature and epistemological role of perception – both natural and artificial. I teach subjects including the philosophies of science, mind and psychology, and early modern philosophy.
Student stories
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Promoting equality through public toilet access
Southampton students put their skills into practice to improve public toilet accessibility in the city. -
Studying abroad gave me a whole new perspective
Philosophy, Politics and Economics (BA) student Martha Blackburn says spending a semester at the University of Hamburg put her out of her comfort zone, but brought "massive benefits".
