About Philosophy and History, BA - at University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course Overview

One part of the programme, Philosophy is different from other academic disciplines in that it teaches you not what to think, but how to think. Philosophy explores the big questions - Who are we? What is our place in the world? How should we live? What is reality? Philosophy approaches such questions through argument, but also through vision and imagination. Philosophy is different from other academic disciplines in that it teaches you not what to think, but how to think. Philosophy explores the big questions - Who are we? What is our place in the world? How should we live? What is reality? Philosophy approaches such questions through argument, but also through vision and imagination. Philosophy concerns every aspect of our lives, practical as well as theoretical. Through its grounding in real social relations and human activities, it seeks to understand and address the whole spectrum of social, ethical, environmental and political issues of today. Through Philosophy, we are able not only to understand life, but to shape it.

The History part of the programme provides students with an extensive range of courses and covers all interests and preferences from studies of the Crusades to Modern America, from Henry I and the Wars of the Roses, to the Troubles in Northern Ireland, and from the Holocaust to Post-War Britain. In this way the programme provides students with a thorough grounding in the skills, methodologies and practices of the discipline of History. In the first year of study you will be introduced to new areas of study through an examination of various historical case studies and exploration of the historic environment, field trips and research projects, and by investigating how the past is captured, made and communicated through visits to archives or museums or analyses of film, TV and other media.

Key Features

• Small classes with interactive learning
• Opportunity to construct your own degree scheme based on your favourite subjects
• Training in research methods
• Use of local record office and museum resources
• Wide range of modules
• Dynamic classes exploring real world issues
• Transferable interpersonal skills
• Opportunity to develop independent research projects
• Opportunities to study abroad and to undertake volunteer work
• Taught by tutors who research and publish in their chosen fields
• Field trips and visits to archives and record offices
• Interdisciplinary approaches to study and understanding of the past

Modules

• Political Philosophy
• Philosophy of Mind
• Philosophy of Language
• Continental Philosophy
• Applied Ethics
• The Body, Culture and Society
• Imagining the Other
• The Holocaust
• Terrorism
• Medieval England, 1066-1450
• Medieval Europe: from Charlemagne to the hundred years War
• Modern America, 1776-2009
• The Cistercians
• History and theory of Genocide
• The Bomb: a nuclear history
• Introduction to Historical fieldwork
• Modern China: Rise of a Superpower

Course Tutor(s)

• Dr Rebekah Humphreys
• Dr Tristan Nash
• Dr David Morgans
• Prof David Cockburn
• Prof Janet Burton
• Lester Mason

Assessment

The programme is assessed in a variety of ways and will include several of the following type of assessment: essays of 1000 to 4000 words in length, document analysis, book/ journal reviews, short reports and reflective journals, time tests, seen and unseen exams, field journals, posters, group and individual presentations, dissertations of 10,000 words, wiki's, commentaries and film evaluations.

Career Opportunities

You will develop powers of analysis, logical thought and argument within a supportive and encouraging environment. It will be these skills of communication, understanding, analysis and self-management that provide you with a passport into employment. Types of employment could include museum and archive work, journalism, law, banking, local politics, all types of administrative work, marketing and advertising, and teaching.

• Teaching/ education officer
• Local Government, community, local politics
• Journalism
• Law and advocacy
• Fund-raising, management consultancy, research
• Publishing
• Race relations, community, social work, caring professions
• Business
• Social work
• Heritage (library, archives, museum, tourism)
• Postgraduate research
• Politics
• General administrative and management posts; civil service

Further Information

For any students considering studying BA Philosophy and History at UWTSD it is worthwhile attending a Visit Day or Open Day. You can take a tour of the Lampeter campus, meet some students, and question the lecturers to get a comprehensive understanding of the university and its teaching. To find out more about forthcoming dates visit the Open Day and Visit Day pages.

Related Courses

• BA Philosophy with Education Studies
• BA History
• BA Modern Historical Studies
• BA Conflict and War

Tuition Fees

Annual tuition fees for entry in the academic year 2017/18 are as follows:

UK/EU: £9,000

International: £14,900

Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3% for International students and at the capped fee rate as set by the UK Government for UK/EU students.

You can find further information on fees and how to pay on our Student Finance pages.

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's Bursaries and Scholarships page

Additional Costs

There is an optional two-day residential for our students studying degree combinations which include Medieval Studies and/or History. It is the annual student-led Conference in Gregynog, where students can visit local historical sites of interest and attend themed guest lectures from visiting academics. This residential costs £110.

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Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Wales Trinity Saint David to find course entry requirements.

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