A Level Philosophy

If you’re considering university and want an A Level that can complement a range of subjects and career pathways, A Level Philosophy is a great choice. It can strengthen your academic profile while developing skills in critical thinking, analysis and written argument that are valued across subjects such as law, politics, psychology, sociology, and other humanities and social sciences.

This course gives you the chance to tackle some of the big questions about knowledge, morality, religion, and the nature of reality. You’ll consider different philosophical arguments and viewpoints, and explore how philosophers have approached questions and concepts that have been debated for centuries.

Why study A Level Philosophy?

Strengthen your academic profile: Philosophy is one of the strongest subjects for developing critical-thinking skills, encouraging you to question theories, weigh up different arguments and form your own well-reasoned conclusions. This makes it a great complement to other essay-based subjects such as history, politics, English literature, psychology, and sociology, while helping you build a broader and more rounded academic profile.

Excellent preparation for law: Philosophy gets you used to dealing with complex questions where there isn't always a straightforward answer. You’ll consider different positions, challenge assumptions and justify your conclusions – all useful preparation for the kind of careful reasoning and discussion involved in studying law at university.

Works well alongside other A Levels: Philosophy can complement subjects such as history, politics, English literature, psychology, and sociology particularly well. Studying these subjects together can give you a broader perspective on people, society and ideas, while allowing you to approach similar topics from different angles.

Study on your terms: With flexible online learning, no fixed start dates, and full tutor support, you can shape your study schedule around your lifestyle. Great if you're balancing work or other responsibilities.