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Philosophy A Level

at Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College, Hove · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level72 weeksPart time£1,134

What the college says

Philosophy is a great course for those who want to explore issues in depth and are not afraid to explore ideas and theories that may seem abstract or difficult to grasp at first. While we look at some of the big questions, we also look at many of the ideas that other subjects skip over, like how can you be sure that what you observe in science is real? It is also important that students who study the subject are open to examining theories and ideas that may be different from their own. It’s also crucial that students can think clearly, precisely and with the careful use of logic. This is because we are not looking for people’s opinions or outlandish theories but their arguments built on evidence and argument. Students often find philosophy very challenging at first and it can be a bit of a shock when they start while being a stimulating subject, it is also a demanding one. But over time students develop the skills to evaluate their own answers and formulate responses. You will learn how to build an argument and to spot logical flaws whilst thinking critically, meaning debate and discussion are key in lessons as a method used to achieve this. There will also be some reading of original texts in philosophy to gain precise understandings of thinker’s ideas.

What you need to get on

6 in English Language GCSE or 6 in English Literature GCSE

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Hove

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