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Leeds Trinity University
Philosophy, Ethics and Religion
Leeds, England, United Kingdom · UCAS V520
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 Years
Campus
Horsforth Campus
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Home Tuition
£9,790 (2026-27)
Intake
2026-09-21
UCAS code
V520
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Course Overview
Philosophy, Ethics and Religion at Leeds Trinity University in Leeds, England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Philosophy graduates are highly regarded for logical rigour and analytical thinking, entering careers in law, finance, technology ethics, policy, consulting and academia. Philosophy consistently produces some of the highest GMAT and LSAT scores of any discipline.
Student life (indicative)
Leeds offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
13,715
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
1.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
64.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£26,070
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Large city (500k-1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Philosophy, Ethics and Religion
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Philosophy, Ethics and Religion topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Philosophy, Ethics and Religion
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
13,715
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
1%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Large city (500k-1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Leeds offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
- Leeds offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
- A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
What Students Love
- Active music scene
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Street food & markets
- Thriving student social scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
64%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£26,070
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Philosophy graduates are highly regarded for logical rigour and analytical thinking, entering careers in law, finance, technology ethics, policy, consulting and academia. Philosophy consistently produces some of the highest GMAT and LSAT scores of any discipline.
- Philosophy graduates are highly regarded for logical rigour and analytical thinking, entering careers in law, finance, technology ethics, policy, consulting and academia.
- Philosophy consistently produces some of the highest GMAT and LSAT scores of any discipline.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Healthcare
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,450/month budget (housing $830, food $310, transport $100) covers everything comfortably. A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.
- One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,450/month budget (housing $830, food $310, transport $100) covers everything comfortably.
- A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.