BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development
About this course
BASc in Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development, a philosophy and geography degree focused on applying philosophical analysis to urgent sustainability challenges. The curriculum explores ethical theories, existentialism, global inequality, and environmental change through a transdisciplinary perspective. Students benefit from professional accreditation by the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals, with opportunities for optional work placements and study abroad.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA IB: 36
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 59%: 10 offers from 17 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 47 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 17 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 49%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 4%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- ISEP is the professional body for everyone working in environment and sustainability. This course entitles students to FREE student membership for the duration of the course and on successful completion you qualify for GradISEP.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development at University of Warwick earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £29,000 after 3 years, £38,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £53,500. The £38,500 median after five years is £6,000 more than the UK median for Philosophy.
What do graduates of BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development at University of Warwick do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development at University of Warwick?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development at University of Warwick?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 156 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development at University of Warwick?
59% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 10 offers from 17 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development at University of Warwick accredited?
Yes. ISEP is the professional body for everyone working in environment and sustainability. This course entitles students to FREE student membership for the duration of the course and on successful completion you qualify for GradISEP.
Does BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development at University of Warwick include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BASc Philosophy and Global Sustainable Development at University of Warwick?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.