University of Essex
Philosophy and Politics
BA (Hons), 3 years
Typical offer rate
91–100%
high entry
Grad employment
91%
15 months after
In professional roles
50%
Median grad salary
£26,500
15 months after
University of Essex's philosophy and politics degree is a BA placing philosophical enquiry into ethics, justice and reasoning alongside the empirical and theoretical study of political institutions and power. The combination develops precise analytical thinking and the ability to evaluate both normative claims and institutional realities. An offer is likely for applicants who meet the grades.
How hard is it to get in?
The typical applicant to Philosophy and Politics at University of Essex has a 91–100% chance of an offer, high by UK standards. That baseline is course-typical. Your own chance depends on your grades, subjects and the rest of your profile.
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Estimate my chancesEntry requirements
- UCAS tariff: 112–120 points
About University of Essex
Essex, on its Colchester campus, is known for the social sciences and for human rights, with a strongly international staff and student body.
Full details and how to apply are on the university's official course page: University of Essex · Philosophy and Politics
Offer rate and graduate-outcome figures are course-typical baselines derived from UK admissions and HESA data; they are estimates, not guarantees. Your personalised offer likelihood is calculated in the Unimetrica app.