36 monthsProgramme duration
21,200 GBPTuition Fee/year
Jan, Apr, OctStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Pursue innovative research with experts working at the cutting-edge of their fields. Staff specialisms cover most traditional areas of Philosophy, including analytic, continental and empirical approaches and an exciting range of growing sub specialties. We have particular strengths in ethics, epistemology, philosophy of mind and the intersections between these.
Our research spans a range of topics, with concentrations of excellence in aesthetics, existential philosophy, feminist philosophy, moral philosophy, philosophy of language, philosophy of mind and psychology, and interactions between these areas. We have a close-knit, active intellectual community, in which our PhD students occupy a central position.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Pursue innovative research with experts working at the cutting-edge of their fields. Staff specialisms cover most traditional areas of Philosophy, including analytic, continental and empirical approaches and an exciting range of growing sub specialties. We have particular strengths in ethics, epistemology, philosophy of mind and the intersections between these.
Our research spans a range of topics, with concentrations of excellence in aesthetics, existential philosophy, feminist philosophy, moral philosophy, philosophy of language, philosophy of mind and psychology, and interactions between these areas. We have a close-knit, active intellectual community, in which our PhD students occupy a central position.
Admission Requirements
Applications are welcome from graduates with at least a 2.1 at undergraduate level in a relevant discipline, and, preferably, a good postgraduate Master’s degree. with at least one degree in or that involves Philosophy. Emphasis will be placed on the strength and viability of the proposed research project, and the availability of an appropriate supervisor.
Please note that the School requires applicants to undertake an initial review before making a formal application via the direct application system. See 'How to apply' section for further details.
Please note we interview all PhD applicants who fulfil the entry requirements and where an offer is being considered.
English language requirements The School welcomes applications from students outside the United Kingdom. For non-native speakers of English, an IELTS overall score of 7.5 with at least 7.0 in each sub score is essential.
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