Program Overview

Double Bachelor in Philosophy and Sociology

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.

Programme Overview

The curriculum combines the two joint Bachelors (in Philosophy and Sociology) with an interdisciplinary minor in the social sciences, including courses in Political Science, Economics, Geopolitics, International Relations, Public Policy, History, and Communication. It enables students to gain a thorough and rigorous understanding of ethics, politics, and social phenomena through the perspectives of philosophy and the social sciences.

Philosophy Curriculum

The Philosophy curriculum emphasizes epistemological questions regarding the conditions of scientific objectivity and the ways in which the social sciences differ from the natural sciences. It explores moral and political issues, including classical topics such as justice, freedom, and equality, and the theory of action (rational choice theory). It also emphasizes theory of knowledge, metaphysics, and ethical and political philosophy. It develops analytical and critical thinking, as well as research, argumentation, and assessment skills, 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 as well as new technologies.

Sociology Curriculum

The Sociology curriculum emphasizes 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, urbanization, health sociology, socio-cultural inequalities, and the question of tolerance, and the socio-political changes in the context of the globalized world.

Programme Details

• Programme Duration: 3 years
• Delivery Language: French
• Deadline to Apply: 16-01-2026
• Tuition Fees: AED 215,100 (over 3 years, including admin fees)
• Accreditation: The curriculum follows the European ECTS system, and the degree is awarded by Sorbonne Université. This programme is accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation.

Faculty Team

The faculty team includes:

• Dr. Claude Vishnu Spaak, Head of Philosophy and Sociology Department, Associate Professor
• Dr. Renaud Debailly, Associate Professor
• Dr. Clio Chaveneau, Associate Professor
• Dr. John Rogove, Postdoctoral Researcher

Student Support

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. Personalized tutoring is also available for students to enjoy a more individual learning experience.

Career Opportunities

The Double Bachelor in Philosophy and Sociology 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. This degree opens up a wide range of career opportunities in fields such as research, education, policy-making, and more.