University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire

BA (Hons) History and Philosophy

University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Course Overview

The BA History and Philosophy program offers a unique opportunity to explore two disciplines that contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the world. In the diverse and inclusive History curriculum, students delve into various cultures and identities, with a strong emphasis on people's history and everyday lives. The first-year program explores the making of the modern world through captivating subjects such as beliefs, magic, medicine, campaigns for freedom and equality, and an in-depth look at Africa and America from Hamilton to Trump. Active researchers, the lecturers provide an engaging academic community, fostering excitement in original work. In Philosophy modules, students tackle profound questions about the nature of reality, knowledge, mind, and ethical considerations regarding how we should live and organize society. Throughout the degree, analytical skills development serves as a common thread between the two disciplines. History students learn to analyze historical documents and debates, while Philosophy students assess arguments and form conclusions on crucial issues. These honed analytical skills prove invaluable in the final year, especially for those choosing to write a dissertation. The work placement/study abroad option between the second and final year enhances students' experiences and boosts their CVs. The main campus at College Lane, housing creative arts, science, and health-related subjects, provides a vibrant environment where students share spaces with future nurses, scientists, and artists. With 24-hour gym access, on-campus pubs, cafes, and restaurants, students have ample opportunities for relaxation and socializing. The Learning Resources Centres, open 24/7, offer flexibility for studying. Whether students choose to study abroad, pursue work placements, or proceed directly to the final year, the BA History and Philosophy program ensures a rich and diverse academic journey. Past student projects, inspired by their experiences, have covered topics ranging from the history of jiu jitsu to ethical issues in video games and environmental philosophy.

Course Type
UG
Course Nature
Full Time
Course Duration
3 Years
Total Fee
£46500
Intake
September 2024
Language Proficiency

HSE/SSE: 60%
English for HSE/SSE: 70% or IELTS: 6.0

Documents Required
  • 10TH
  • 12TH
  • PASSPORT
  • LOR 1
  • LOR 2
  • MOI
  • CV
  • SOP
University
University of Hertfordshire
University Details

The University of Hertfordshire, founded in 1952, is one of the top public institutions in the United Kingdom. The institution has 32,000 students studying for 550 degrees over two campuses. Over 11,500 foreign students from more than 140 countries study at the university's UK campus. The campuses of the University of Hertfordshire are among the 20 safest in England.

Syllabus

Level 4:

  1. Historians' Toolkit (Compulsory - 15 Credits)
  2. Reason and Persuasion (Optional - 15 Credits)
  3. Social and Political Philosophy (Optional - 15 Credits)
  4. Mind, Knowledge and Reality (Optional - 15 Credits)
  5. The Meaning of Life (Optional - 15 Credits)
  6. Ethics (Optional - 15 Credits)
  7. Philosophy of Fiction (Optional - 15 Credits)

Level 5:

  1. Graduate Skills (Compulsory - 0 Credits)
  2. Themes in Plato's Republic (Optional - 15 Credits)
  3. The Right and The Good (Optional - 15 Credits)
  4. Philosophy of Mind (Optional - 15 Credits)
  5. Propaganda in 20th-century War and Politics A (Optional - 15 Credits)
  6. Knowledge and Discovery (Optional - 15 Credits)
  7. Philosophy of Art (Optional - 15 Credits)
  8. Metaphysics (Optional - 15 Credits)
  9. Philosophies of Religion (Optional - 15 Credits)
  10. Virtues, Vices and Ethics (Optional - 15 Credits)
  11. Logic and Philosophy (Optional - 15 Credits)
  12. Various Optional Modules (15 Credits each)

Level 6:

  1. Year Abroad (Compulsory - 0 Credits)
  2. The Humanities Placement Year (Compulsory - 0 Credits)
  3. Placement with Study Abroad (Compulsory - 0 Credits)
  4. Contemporary Moral Philosophy P (Optional - 15 Credits)
  5. Aristotle P (Optional - 15 Credits)
  6. Philosophy of Language (Optional - 15 Credits)
  7. Philosophy of Psychology (Optional - 15 Credits)
  8. Political Philosophy (Optional - 15 Credits)
  9. Bodies and Sexuality in the Early Modern Period A (Optional - 15 Credits)
  10. Religion and Modern Thought (Optional - 15 Credits)
  11. Kierkegaard, Philosophy, and Religion (Optional - 15 Credits)
  12. Italy and Fascism (Optional - 15 Credits)
  13. Wittgenstein: Meaning and Forms of Life (Optional - 15 Credits)
  14. Popular Protest, Riot and Reform in Britain, 1760-1848 B (Optional - 15 Credits)
  15. Everyday Lives: An Intimate History of Twentieth Century Women (Optional - 15 Credits)
  16. Final Year History Dissertation (Optional - 30 Credits)
  17. Various Optional Modules (15 Credits each)

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