**Philosophy** Philosophy has been at the core of Western intellectual life for at least 2,500 years. It is central to our understanding of the world and our interaction with it. Philosophy gives you the skills to think about great philosophical questions in a clear and systematic way. While there are different approaches that philosophers have taken, the study of philosophy focuses on: * argument * critical enquiry * rigour in reasoning * clarity of expression, including making important distinctions **Mathematics** Mathematics courses will help you develop your knowledge of pure mathematics in a formal way. They will also introduce you to ways of mathematical thinking required at university level. As you progress through the programme, you will build a foundation in advanced mathematics, studying compulsory and option mathematics courses alongside philosophy. **Programme benefits** * Philosophy has been taught at the University since its foundation in 1583. Edinburgh was the centre of the Scottish Enlightenment and has a distinguished place in the history of philosophy. * You will have a choice of more than 40 option courses in Years 3 and 4 in all the main branches of philosophy. * Our world-leading academics are especially strong in philosophy of mind and cognition, language and science, ethics and political philosophy, epistemology, and the history of philosophy. * The University has a strong historic connection to the subject, with Adam Ferguson and Sir William Hamilton among its former students. * Edinburgh has one of the UK’s largest philosophy departments and the Philosophy Society attracts high-profile speakers. * Our programme covers the basics of Western philosophy and offers you the opportunity to specialise in your areas of interest. * The School of Mathematics has expertise in a variety of research areas, allowing you to tailor your degree to your area of mathematical interest. * Employability skills are embedded in the mathematics curriculum and we will support you in reaching your career goals during and after your studies.
A Level: {'start': ['A*', 'A*', 'A', None], 'end': ['A*', 'B', 'B', None]} | Required subjects: A levels: Mathematics at A*. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. GCSEs: English at C or 4. | Scottish Higher: AAAA | AAAA (achievement by end of S5 preferred) (Standard). AABB by end of S6 (Minimum). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Mathematics at A or Advanced Higher Mathematics at B. Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. Sixth-year work in Mathematics is recommended. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. National 5s: English at C. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | from 36 points with 665 at HL to 34 points with 655 at HL (Standard). 34 points with 655 at HL (Minimum). Required subjects: HL: Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 6. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. SL: English at 5.
total 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component. We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements. total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. total 176 with at least 162 in each component. total 176 with at least 162 in each component. ISE II with distinctions in all four components. total 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component.We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements. total 92 with at least 20 in each component (before 21 Jan 2026); total 4.5 with at least 4.0 in each component (from 21 Jan 2026). We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. total 176 with at least 162 in each component. total 176 with at least 162 in each component. ISE II with distinctions in all four components.
Scotland - Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees. England/Wales/Northern Ireland - The Rest of UK (RUK) students commencing or continuing their studies in September 2027, the tuition fees will be £10,050. EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees. Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme — 2027 Classroom
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