Yes, the 2019/01 intake will take the 3 UCORE modules. Personally, I enjoy the "Why Do Good?" module and am looking forward to the other 2 in the upcoming terms. These modules require a general understanding and awareness of philosophy, moral, technology, economics and more. Essentially, the more general knowledge you have, the better you will perform and readily grasp these concepts.
Where I see other students struggle, is largely due to them possessing a narrow view and understanding of general matters, unable to extrapolate and bridge varying perspectives and ideas.
You can opt to take different modules outside of your major/minor with the 10 Cu General Elective basket. Fancy 4 modules at 2.5 Cu? Or 2 at 5 Cu each? Go wild!