Double Bachelor in Philosophy and Sociology

  • About the programme
  • Programme structure
  • Entry requirements
  • Tuition fees & scholarships
  • Career prospects

• Programme duration : 3 years
• Delivery language : French
• Degree awarded : Bachelor in Philosophy and Bachelor in Sociology
• Accreditation : The curriculum follows the European ECTS system and the degree is awarded by Sorbonne University in Paris. This programme is accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation.
• Deadline to apply : 22 August 2025

The Double Bachelor in Philosophy and Sociology is an exclusive three-year degree taught in French, that offers students the opportunity to work in a wide range of fields.

The curriculum combines the two joint bachelors (in Philosophy and Sociology) with an interdisciplinary minor in the social sciences, with courses in Political Science, Economics, Geopolitics, International Relations, Public Policy, History and Communication. It gives students the opportunity to thoroughly and rigorously learn about ethics, politics and social phenomena through the perspectives of philosophy and the social sciences.

The Philosophy curriculum emphasises epistemological questions regarding the conditions of scientific objectivity and the way social sciences differ from natural sciences. It explores moral and political issues including classical topics such as justice, freedom and equality, and theory of action (rational choice theory). It emphasises theory of knowledge, metaphysics, ethical and political philosophy. It develops analytical and critical thinking, as well as research, argumentation and assessment capabilities, and allows students to question the theoretical foundations of key philosophical issues in the contemporary world, with a special focus on the challenges of environmental change and the development of artificial intelligence and the new technologies.

The Sociology curriculum emphasises the link between sociological theory and empirical research. Students learn the qualitative and quantitative methodologies of the social sciences and work on social contemporary phenomena such as social stratification, migration, urbanisation, health sociology, socio-cultural inequalities and the question of tolerance, and the socio-political changes in the context of our globalised world.

This double bachelor provides students with a deep and comprehensive understanding of the functioning of contemporary societies, and challenges them to think critically about key sociological and philosophical issues.

A mandatory language course offers students the opportunity to add an extra language to their skills. These language choices include Arabic, English, German, Italian, Chinese or Spanish. The programme faculty are all internationally renowned professors whose teaching methodology goes beyond the traditional forms of teaching to ensure a balanced and well-rounded learning experience. Personalised tutoring is also available for students to enjoy a more individual learning experience.

The curriculum follows the European ECTS system and the degree is awarded by Sorbonne University in Paris.

First Year

  • Fundamental philosophical concepts
  • Foundations of reasoning and critical thinking
  • Theory of knowledge
  • Introduction to ethics
  • Sociology of migrations and inter-ethnic relations (tolerance)
  • Foundations of social theory
  • Health Sociology
  • Qualitative methods of sociology
  • Statistics
  • Political science
  • Economics
  • History of the contemporary world
  • Communication

Second Year

  • Philosophy in the ancient world
  • History of Philosophy
  • Philosophy of environment
  • Quantitative methods of sociology
  • Philosophy and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
  • Philosophy of mind
  • Political sociology
  • Economic sociology
  • Art and society
  • Geopolitics and International Relations

Third Year

  • Modern Philosophy
  • Contemporary philosophy
  • Thinking science and technology
  • Political philosophy
  • Public policy
  • Introduction to the social sciences and Anthropology
  • Theories of justice
  • Comparative philosophy between the East and West
  • Rational choice theory
  • Social stratification, equality and inequality
  • Social structures of Gulf countries
  • Sociology of the internet
To be eligible for this Bachelor’s degree, students must have the following:

  • French baccalaureate: minimum average of 12 out of 20.
  • Ministry of Education curriculum:
    General stream/Art stream: minimum average of 80%.
    Advanced stream/Elite stream/Science stream: minimum average of 75%.
  • Other high school systems: high school certificate equivalent to the UAE Ministry of Education high school with minimum average of 80% or equivalent .
  • French Aptitude Certificate: minimum score of B2 level (DELF or DALF, SELFEE, TCF with a validity of 2 years, TEF with a validity of 2 years) or completion of SUAD university diploma DU in French language for non-French speakers. Students with a French Baccalaureate are exempted from the language proficiency exam.

students not meeting the required French Aptitude Certificate will be admitted conditionally in the programme, and enrolled in the foundation year in intensive French providing they meet the above criteria:

Upon its successful completion, they will be admitted into the bachelor degree programme.

Other Countries Education’s Systems

Conditions apply on other foreign curriculums according to the admission’s policy set by Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi. Please contact the Student Recruitment office by email: admissions@sorbonne.ae for more details.

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is committed to considering applications from all students regardless of their country of origin, income, gender, religion or physical condition.

• Tuition fees (Including admin. fees – over 3 years):
 		AED 215,100 (approximately US$ 58,615)
• Payment of fees:
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*The fees presented for each program do not include administrative fees. Terms and conditions apply.

Scholarships*

HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Scholarship for Emirati students

Admitted Emirati nationals and children of Emirati mothers’ are awarded a full scholarship covering tuition and study related fees for their Bachelor Programmes (and Foundation year, if any)

Current high school students may apply through NAPO, whereas the graduates of previous years can apply on the Apply Now page.

Academic Excellence Scholarships (for the 1st semester of enrolment)

• 15% scholarship on tuition for the 1st semester of joining

New joiners with excellent academic results in high school are eligible following the below criteria. Starting from the second semester, they can apply for the 25%-75% academic excellence scholarship scheme.

  • Government schools: 90% in the advanced stream, or 95% in the general stream.
  • American system: CGPA of 3.6 out of 4.0 or minimum average of 90%.
  • British system: “A” grade or higher in three “AS-Level” subjects or “A” in the equivalent “A-Level” Subjects, plus “B” grade or higher in six O level subjects.
  • SABIS: minimum average of 85%.
  • International Baccalaureate: IB diploma with minimum score of 5 out of 7 in all courses – three of those subjects must be higher-level courses.
  • French Baccalaureate: minimum average of 14 out of 20.

Academic Excellence Scholarship (starting from the 2nd semester of enrolment)

• 25%-75% Academic Excellence Scholarship

Based on the academic results obtained during the previous semester at SUAD, students are eligible to the academic excellence scholarship granted semester by semester. The scholarship scheme is progressive (25% to 75% and the minimum average grade to be eligible is 12/20. A specific scholarship is available for the 2nd semester of the Foundation Year. For more information, please contact admissions@sorbonne.ae

Other Scholarships

10% French Curriculum Schools Scholarship for the 1st semester of enrolment

Students holding a French baccalaureate obtained in one of the GCC countries are eligible for a 10% discount for their first semester. Starting from the second semester, they can apply for the 25%-75% academic excellence scholarship scheme.

Sponsored scholarships

Total, Chalhoub and Ardian Foundation, offer specific scholarships based on academic excellence and/or financial circumstances to selected students.

The deadline for submitting an application is communicated by University email each semester to all enrolled students. Applications are submitted via the online application form. Incomplete and late applications will not be assessed.

Scholarships can’t be combined. For more information, please contact admissions@sorbonne.ae

Preferential rate: 10% Family discount

Students who have a first-degree relative currently enrolled in an undergraduate or a postgraduate programme are eligible for a 10% discount.

*Conditions apply

The degree prepares students for careers in governmental and non-governmental organisations, polling agencies, market research and statistics companies,diplomatic services, journalism, advertising and communication, secondary and higher education and research, consulting as well as human resources.

This curriculum offers access to numerous Masters’ programmes worldwide in the fields of International Relations, Public Policy, International Affairs, Law, Human Resources, Communication, Journalism, Psychology, Business Administration, Sociology and Philosophy. Students can also pursue their studies at Sorbonne Abu Dhabi by applying to the Master in Applied Sociological Research.

For more information, please contact:

The Career Centre
Tel: +971 (0) 2 656 9104/9342
Email: careercentre@sorbonne.ae

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