Free Level 3 IB Philosophy Higher Level Course in Ingatestone

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyIB

About this course

Free Level 3 IB Philosophy Higher Level Course in Ingatestone. Classes run at Anglo European School, full-time during the day over two years. This ib philosophy higher level qualification sits within the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and develops your ability to think critically, construct arguments, and engage with philosophical ideas from around the world. Entry requirements are set by the school and include GCSE grades in relevant subjects. You can check the full entry criteria on the school's website before applying. Completing the course earns you a Certificate in HL Philosophy.

Who this course is for

are in the fortunate position of having an excellent choice of career for example in Teaching, Insurance, Medicine, Science, Economics.

Entry requirements

https://www.aesessex.co.uk/sixth-form/curriculum/entry-requirements/

What you will learn

  • You'll explore major philosophical traditions, thinkers, and schools of thought.
  • You'll analyse and evaluate arguments using structured philosophical reasoning.
  • You'll study core areas such as epistemology, ethics, and the philosophy of mind.
  • You'll develop skills in constructing and presenting written philosophical essays.
  • You'll engage with texts from both Western and non-Western philosophical traditions.
  • You'll practise close reading and critical interpretation of philosophical sources.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom discussion, guided reading, and essay writing. Assessment for the IB Philosophy Higher Level includes written examinations and an internally assessed philosophical analysis. Classes are delivered full-time during the day at Anglo European School.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Anglo European School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teacher: philosophy, humanities, or social sciences in secondary schools
  • Insurance analyst: roles valuing logical and ethical reasoning
  • Policy researcher: analysing arguments and evidence for public bodies
  • Journalist or editor: critical writing and investigative roles
  • Lawyer or legal researcher: argument construction and ethical analysis
  • Civil service fast stream: policy and advisory roles across government
  • Academic researcher: philosophy or related humanities disciplines

What you could study next

  • BA Philosophy: a natural next step, building directly on Higher Level study.
  • BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE): combines philosophical reasoning with economics and political theory.
  • BA Law: strong fit for learners who developed skills in argument and ethics.
  • BA Theology and Religious Studies: extends philosophical enquiry into religion and belief.

Most UK universities recognise IB Higher Level results for entry to degree programmes.