GBP 32,000
Philosophy and Economics BA
University College London (UCL)London, United Kingdom
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Program Details
- Degree
- Bachelors
- Major
- Philosophy | Economics
- Area of study
- Social Sciences | Humanities
- Timing
- Full time
- Course Language
- English
Program Overview
Philosophy and Economics BA
The Philosophy and Economics BA programme is offered by University College London (UCL), providing students with a solid education in economics while developing their skills and knowledge in logic, argumentation, and reasoning. This interdisciplinary programme combines the study of philosophy and economics, offering a unique perspective on various career paths and sectors.
Programme Details
- Location: London, Bloomsbury
- Study Mode: Full-time
- Duration: 3 academic years
- UK Tuition Fees (2026/27): Ł9,790
- Overseas Tuition Fees (2026/27): Ł32,000
- Programme Start: September 2026
- Application Deadline: 14 January 2026
- UCAS Course Code: VL51
Entry Requirements
A Levels
- Grades: A*AA
- Subjects: Mathematics A* required
- GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4
Contextual Offer Information
- Grades: A*BB
- Subjects: Mathematics A* required
- GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4
International Baccalaureate Diploma
- Points: 39
- Subjects: A total of 19 points in three higher-level subjects, including Mathematics grade 7, with no higher-level score below 5
- Acceptable Mathematics subjects: 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level
Contextual Offer
- Points: 36
- Subjects: A total of 17 points in three higher-level subjects, including Mathematics grade 7, with no higher-level score below 5
- Acceptable Mathematics subjects: 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level
UK Applicants Qualifications
Other UK qualifications accepted by UCL include:
- Access to HE Diploma
- BTEC National Diploma
- Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects
- Scottish Advanced Highers
- T Levels
- UAL Extended Diploma
International Applications
Country-specific information for international students can be obtained from the International Students website.
Course Overview
The first year of the programme includes introductory modules in philosophy and economics, providing a foundation for later studies. In the second and third years, students have the opportunity to explore various areas, including:
- Political philosophy
- Moral philosophy
- Epistemology
- Metaphysics
- Logic
Teaching and Learning
- Teaching Methods: Lectures, seminars, and small-group tutorial classes
- Contact Hours: Approximately 8 hours per week, consisting of lectures and seminars
- Independent Study: About 32.5 hours per week, for preparation, reading, and coursework
Assessment
- Methods: Coursework (essays and shorter pieces of writing) and written examinations
- Option: Submission of a dissertation as one of the philosophy optional modules in the final year
Accessibility
The department endeavours to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities. Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble.
Fees and Funding
Fees for This Course
- UK Students: Ł9,790 (2026/27)
- International Students: Ł32,000 (2026/27)
Additional Costs
Students may incur expenses for books, stationery, printing, or photocopying, depending on their preferred way of working.
Employability
Philosophy and Economics BA graduates are highly suitable for a wide variety of careers, including publishing, journalism, finance, the civil service, and further study. Recent UCL Philosophy graduates have entered sectors such as finance, law, and the civil service.
The Foundation of Your Career
This programme will assist you in constructing and assessing philosophical positions and arguments, teaching you how to analyse and present complex ideas. The knowledge of economics will also be a valuable asset in many professions.
About University
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Services
Student services
UCL is committed to providing an inclusive learning and working environment where students and staff of all religions, and none, can thrive.
- Their Student Support and Wellbeing team of expert wellbeing, disability and mental health staff provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space, in which you can discuss any issues that may be affecting your ability to study.
- UCL's Student Centre houses a large prayer room and a small room for silent prayer and meditation.
- UCL has schemes to help students who are facing financial difficulties The university provides support to international students, such as assistance with visas
- A Personal Tutor is on hand to help you settle into UCL through practical guidance and support.
Housing services
UCL provides a range of accommodation for graduate students. Our halls vary in size, facilities and history. Whatever stage you are at and whatever questions you have, the UCL Accommodation team is there to help and get you settled in quickly
Library services
You can access a number of library and information services to help you get the most out of your time with us. Your UCL user ID means that email, wifi, library and print facilities will be available to you whenever you need them.
The libraries are an invaluable resource, find out about the services they provide, when they are open and search the catalogue.ICT services
Support is available from IT services 24 hours a day, ensuring that you have 24/7 cover for all IT queries.
IT Services is your point of contact for supported computer hardware, software, IT account or other IT related issues; including telephone, audio visual and printing queries.