BA Philosophy and History

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45 credits of compulsory History modules, 60 credits of compulsory Philosophy modules, 15 credits of optional History modules.

Subject to choosing 120 credits for the stage overall you must:

a - select four of the five Philosophy compulsory modules.

b - select either HIH1421 or HIH1422.

c - select 15 credits from this list of optional History modules.

Compulsory modules

Optional modules

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45 credits of compulsory Philosophy modules, 15 credits of optional Philosophy modules and 60 credits of optional History modules.

Subject to choosing 120 credits for the stage overall you must:

d - select at least three of the six Philosophy compulsory modules.

e - select one 15-credit Philosophy optional module (this can include any of the remaining compulsory PHL2XXX modules not initially chosen).

f - select 60 credits from a single History Route A, B, C or D . You must take HIH2237 Doing History in the Digital Age if you intend to select HIH3005 History Dissertation or HIH3006 Research Dissertation in the final stage).

History Route A: 60 credits of History optional modules. Philosophy Dissertation in final stage.

History Route B: HIH2002 (or HIH2246 15-credit variant if taking a Minor) and one other History optional module. Philosophy Dissertation in final stage.

History Route C: HIH2237 (or HIH2247 15-credit variant if taking a Minor) and one other History optional module. History Dissertation in final stage.

History Route D: HIH2237 (or HIH2247 15-credit variant if taking a Minor) and HIH2002 (or HIH2246 15-credit variant if taking a Minor). History Dissertation in final stage.

Compulsory modules

Optional modules

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With Study Abroad

120 credits of compulsory modules.

Compulsory modules

With Employment Experience

Compulsory modules

Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.

0-30 credits of compulsory Philosophy modules, 0-30 credits of compulsory History modules, 30-60 credits of optional Philosophy modules and 30-60 credits of optional History modules.

Subject to choosing 120 credits for the stage overall, you must:

g - select a dissertation:

Route A or B taken in Stage 2 - select PHL3040.

Route C or D taken in Stage 2 - select HIH3005.

h - select optional modules:

Route A or B taken in Stage 2 - select 30 credits of Philosophy optional modules and one 60-credit History Special Subject optional module.

Route C or D taken in Stage 2 - select one 30-credit Concepts optional module or 30 credits of elective modules from outside of History via modularity and 60 credits of Philosophy optional modules.

If choosing optional modules outside your named subjects, you must make sure that your total for both History and Philosophy is 90 credits each over the second and final year. This is to ensure you meet the requirements needed for the degree title.

Compulsory modules

Optional modules

BA Philosophy and History with Study Abroad

UCAS code: VV5C

Our four-year ‘with Study Abroad’ degree offers you the possibility of spending your third year abroad, studying with one of our many partner universities.

Why study abroad?

Living and studying in a different country is an exciting experience that broadens your academic and cultural horizons, as well as giving you the opportunity to widen your circle of friends. Students who have studied abroad demonstrate initiative, independence, motivation and, depending on where they stay, may also have gained a working knowledge of another language – all key qualities that employers are looking for in today’s competitive employment environment.

Where can I study abroad?

We have partnership arrangements with many prestigious institutions across the globe. Exactly where you can apply to study will depend on the subjects you are studying at Exeter. For a full list please visit the Study Abroad website.

Are there any academic requirements to study abroad?

Yes. If you wish to study abroad as part of this degree course, you must achieve an overall grade of at least 60% (a 2:1) for your first year of study. This applies to all students, even if you are registered on the 'with Study Abroad' variant from the start of your degree.

Does it count towards my degree?

Credit for academic work during your year abroad is arranged by agreement between the University of Exeter and the host institution. These marks are then translated back into your degree at Exeter. If you are studying abroad for a semester or full year, your time abroad will count toward your final degree. 

How does it affect my tuition fee and funding?

For the year that you spend studying abroad you will pay a significantly reduced tuition fee to Exeter, but nothing to your host university – for more information visit our fees pages. You will continue to receive a maintenance loan if you are eligible for this whilst on your Study Abroad year.

BA Philosophy and History with Employment Experience

UCAS code: VV52

Our four-year ‘with Employment Experience’ degree offers you the option of spending your third year carrying out a graduate-level work placement or placements, within the UK or abroad, as part of your degree.

Why choose to include Employment Experience?

Undertaking graduate-level work during your degree unlocks a world of experience that allows you to develop essential employability and interpersonal skills that relate to your degree and future career.

A work placement will dramatically boost your confidence, enhance your CV and develop graduate-level skills and competencies that employers are looking for.

Where will I do my work placement?

The sector and country you choose to work in is very much your choice, as you will be responsible for finding and organising your placement.

We will provide plenty of guidance and support during your first and second years which will prepare you to research and apply for placements. Ultimately, the university will give final approval to your placement to make sure you have a valuable experience.

How does it affect my tuition fees and funding?

For your ‘Year In Industry’ you will pay a significantly reduced tuition fee to Exeter – for more information visit our fees pages. If you were previously eligible, you will continue to receive a maintenance loan whilst on your year of work placement/s.

Is the placement paid?

You will be paid in accordance with the rules of the country you work in and there may be visa restrictions or requirements which you need to consider when applying.

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Learn more about employment experience opportunities.