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Develop the critical thinking skills needed to challenge today’s big questions
Philosophy isn’t just about abstract thinking – it’s about how we live, work and make sense of the world around us.
At UEA, you won’t rush through the big questions - you’ll be encouraged to take your time to think deeply, challenge assumptions and explore ideas from many angles.
With a focus on applied ethics, political philosophy and emerging fields like environment and experimental philosophy, you’ll engage with today’s challenges, from AI to religious pluralism.
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Philosophy equips you with thinking skills that apply to virtually any field – from ethics and politics to science, technology, and beyond.
At UEA, you won’t just study the theory – you’ll apply philosophical thinking to current debates:
How should AI be governed?
What are our obligations to future generations?
What role should religion play in diverse societies?
Our flexible degree structure allows you to shape your studies around what matters most to you. Choose from a wide range of optional modules to create a philosophical education that aligns with your passions and career goals.
Some topics you might explore include:
Ethics and values - Essential for careers in healthcare, business, and public policy
Political philosophy - Foundational for law, government, and advocacy
AI and technology - Increasingly vital in tech development and regulation
Environmental philosophy - Crucial for sustainability and conservation work
Philosophy of religion - Valuable for education, community relations, and cultural sections
We encourage you to connect philosophy with other disciplines – take complementary modules in history, politics, literature, or business to see how philosophical thinking enhances real-world problem-solving. Our joint degrees with English Literature, Politics, and Economics let you develop specialised expertise while building a versatile skill set that appeals to employers across numerous sectors.
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Philosophy graduates are highly employable because they think critically, argue persuasively and are problem solvers.
Our graduates have gone on to work in:
Government and policy
Journalism and media
Law
Consultancy
Business and finance
Teaching
Research
Philosophy doesn’t just prepare you for a specific career – it provides you with the adaptable intellectual toolkit needed to thrive in an increasingly complex, automated world. You’ll graduate with the ability to think independently, reason ethically, and communicate persuasively – precisely the human capabilities that will remain valuable regardless of technological change.
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Many of our modules include student-led research projects, and there are opportunities to publish your work and present at public events. These experiences provide valuable portfolio pieces that demonstrate your analytical abilities to future employers or graduate programmes.
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