BA Philosophy

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 80 to 85% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 62 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Queens University Belfast offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships recognize academic excellence, diversity, and financial need. 

Queens University Belfast International Scholarships: The university provides a range of scholarships specifically for international students. These scholarships vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application requirements. Examples include the International Office Undergraduate Scholarship, International Office Postgraduate Taught Scholarship, and International Office Postgraduate Research Scholarships.

Vice-Chancellors International Attainment Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship is aimed at international students with exceptional academic performance. It provides a significant reduction in tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Queens University Belfast Scholarships for Excellence: The Scholarships for Excellence program at Queen's University Belfast is designed to support high-achieving undergraduate students. These scholarships recognize exceptional academic performance and provide financial assistance to help students reach their full potential.

Country-Specific Scholarships: Queens University Belfast offers scholarships that are specific to certain countries or regions. These scholarships are designed to attract talented students from these areas and promote diversity within the university community.

Research Council Funding:For postgraduate research students, there are opportunities to secure funding through research council scholarships. These scholarships are competitive and cover tuition fees and provide a stipend for living expenses.

Sports Scholarships: Queens University Belfast also offers sports scholarships for students who excel in sports. These scholarships provide financial support, training facilities, and other benefits to help athletes balance their sporting commitments with their studies.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application processes may vary each year. 

Graduating with a BA in Philosophy from Queen's University Belfast (QUB) opens doors to a broad spectrum of career opportunities across multiple sectors that value critical thinking, analytical skills, and ethical reasoning.

Academic and Research Roles: Many graduates pursue further studies or research positions in academia, becoming philosophers, researchers, or educators in universities, contributing to the advancement of philosophical knowledge.

Law and Legal Fields: The analytical and argumentative skills gained are beneficial for law careers. Graduates can work as lawyers, legal analysts, or in legal research, applying their philosophical reasoning to legal cases.

Ethics and Consultancy: Roles in ethics or consultancy involve providing ethical advice, ethical auditing, or working with companies to ensure ethical standards are met in their operations.

Journalism and Writing: Opportunities exist in journalism, where graduates can contribute philosophical perspectives to articles, essays, or books on ethical dilemmas, societal issues, or philosophical ideas.

Public Administration and Policy Analysis: Graduates can work in public administration or policy analysis, utilizing their critical thinking skills to analyze policy issues and ethical considerations.

Business and Management: Philosophy graduates are sought after in business roles for their critical thinking abilities. They may work in areas like strategy, consulting, or corporate social responsibility.

Teaching and Education: Many graduates become educators, teaching philosophy in schools or higher education institutions, fostering critical thinking and ethical reasoning in students.

Non-Profit and NGOs: Roles in non-profits or NGOs can involve ethical advocacy, policy analysis, or working on social justice issues, drawing on ethical reasoning and critical analysis.