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Philosophy A Level

at Varndean College, Brighton · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Philosophy comes from the Greek words meaning ‘love of wisdom’. It will involve you in thinking about thinking and learning to question basic beliefs, assumptions and ideas whilst searching for truth. Philosophy teaches you to think in a clear, logical and creative way that will help you in other subject areas and in most areas of life where critical and inventive thinking is valued. Students who study Philosophy find it challenging and exciting and many say that it changes their outlook in ways that they find useful and rewarding. Enlightenment is not guaranteed, but studying Philosophy should make you and your life more interesting!

What you need to get on

Standard advanced entry requirements

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

  • VARNDEAN COLLEGE

    Surrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Brighton

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