Philosophies, Politics and Ethics courses

How does the world work, and how can it be changed for the better? How do our beliefs and values shape human behaviour? If you're interested in questions such as these, one of these courses could be for you.

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Combine creativity with an in-depth exploration of ideas with our Creative Writing and Philosophy and Ethics degree.

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Study crime from a variety of approaches alongside specialist subject knowledge from our innovative Politics course. 

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Explore different perspectives and gain valuable professional skills with our English Literature and Philosophy and Ethics degree.

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Develop practical skills as you apply your understanding of the past and your knowledge of philosophy to contemporary challenges.

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Our innovative History with Politics degree has been designed to help you develop practical and professional skills that you can apply to contemporary challenges, issues and debates.

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Explore the impact of local and national politics and how history informs change with our International Relations and History degree.

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Examine world politics and challenge prevailing structures of power and authority with our International Relations and Politics degree.

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Westminster in the evening.

Develop practical and vocational skills alongside your knowledge of legal theory and specialised subject knowledge from our innovative Politics course.

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Philosophy and Ethics and Psychology

BA/BSc (Hons)

Gain employable skills and explore how and why we think with a combined Philosophy and Psychology degree.

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Investigate issues of philosophy, politics and economics, and devise creative solutions to local, national and global problems.

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Discover the power and limitations of activism, social justice, ethical politics and sustainability with our combined Politics and Sociology degree.

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Montage of book covers from Bath Spa University's Creative Writing Department

Combine creativity with an in-depth exploration of ideas with our Creative Writing and Philosophy and Ethics degree.

Course details
Westminster in the evening.

Study crime from a variety of approaches alongside specialist subject knowledge from our innovative Politics course. 

Course details
Calligraphy pen on stack of paper

Explore different perspectives and gain valuable professional skills with our English Literature and Philosophy and Ethics degree.

Course details
Justice, scales

Develop practical skills as you apply your understanding of the past and your knowledge of philosophy to contemporary challenges.

Course details
Group of protesters outside a historic building. One holds a placard that says

Our innovative History with Politics degree has been designed to help you develop practical and professional skills that you can apply to contemporary challenges, issues and debates.

Course details
Terracotta Chinese soldier statues lined up in rows

Explore the impact of local and national politics and how history informs change with our International Relations and History degree.

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A map of the world with each continent in red, on a beige background. The background is cracked, suggesting cracked earth.

Examine world politics and challenge prevailing structures of power and authority with our International Relations and Politics degree.

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Westminster in the evening.

Develop practical and vocational skills alongside your knowledge of legal theory and specialised subject knowledge from our innovative Politics course.

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Philosophy and Ethics and Psychology

BA/BSc (Hons)

Gain employable skills and explore how and why we think with a combined Philosophy and Psychology degree.

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Bath city centre from above, showing a large tree

Investigate issues of philosophy, politics and economics, and devise creative solutions to local, national and global problems.

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Aerial view of large city centre protest

Discover the power and limitations of activism, social justice, ethical politics and sustainability with our combined Politics and Sociology degree.

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What do our students say?

“Newton Park is a really peaceful place to think”

Sociology helps me piece things together and see the world how it really is. The campus is beautiful...and the lecturers are passionate about what they teach.

Kirsty Taylor, BA (Hons) Sociology

“Being able to practise debating, analysing and being concise in talking and writing is really useful”

Having a knowledge of legal concepts is invaluable within organisations and general life... my favourite topic is employment law as I want to pursue a career in Human Resources.

Maisy Ward, final year LLB (Hons) Law module

Why choose Bath Spa University?

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You'll be based at our Newton Park campus, surrounded by both historic listed buildings and ultra-modern teaching facilities.

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Whether you prefer accommodation in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits. 

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We’re ranked #3 in the South West for Teaching Quality by the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.

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From grants and short-term loans to low-cost hot meals, free period products and on-campus food larders, we’ve got a range of services and support to help you manage your money.

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Whatever you need, our Student Wellbeing Services team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of 24/7 services, as well as long-term support.

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Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our Careers team have you covered.

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Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!

  • Meet our students and staff 
  • Tour our facilities and accommodation 
  • Learn more about your chosen course
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A modern, glass-fronted building with a garden out front and students walking past

You'll be based at our Newton Park campus, surrounded by both historic listed buildings and ultra-modern teaching facilities.

Students talking in a shared student kitchen

Whether you prefer accommodation in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits. 

Students looking at a laptop screen

We’re ranked #3 in the South West for Teaching Quality by the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.

Smiling student standing at a shop counter

From grants and short-term loans to low-cost hot meals, free period products and on-campus food larders, we’ve got a range of services and support to help you manage your money.

Four students walking on campus with mature trees in background

Whatever you need, our Student Wellbeing Services team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of 24/7 services, as well as long-term support.

A happy student graduating from university

Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our Careers team have you covered.

A Student Ambassador helps a visitor at an Open Day

Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!

  • Meet our students and staff 
  • Tour our facilities and accommodation 
  • Learn more about your chosen course
Book now