Degree Destinations - Philosophy

A degree in Philosophy is a valuable qualification with the ability to think clearly and reason logically, to expound and evaluate arguments and search for coherent principles of thought and action. These and other transferable skills are highly prized by employers.

At a glance

Six months after leaving (figures from the last two years of DLHE data):

• 69% of graduates are in paid work
• 17% are in higher level study
• 49% of our graduates are in graduate-level work or study

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Examples of first jobs undertaken by Philosophy graduates

• Publishing Assistant
• Administrator
• Teaching Assistant
• Customer Service Officer
• Bookseller

Who employs Philosophy graduates? (to name a few...)

• Cambridge University Press
• PricewaterhouseCoopers
• Universities
• Local authorities
• Borders

More detailed information

University of Reading Staff - full departmental information is available in the Staff section of this site.

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