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Philosophy research at Hull covers an unusually rich variety of areas, from ancient philosophy to the present, including art and aesthetics, gender theory, philosophy of mind and embodiment, political philosophy and legal theory. In applied philosophy, focal areas include ethics, education, image technologies, and health. Our interests span many traditions and diverse approaches to philosophical issues.
The PhD is aimed at outstanding students who wish to pursue advanced research in philosophy and ultimately to become professional researchers in, and teachers of, philosophy. Students produce a maximum 80, 000 word thesis that can provide the basis for professional publication.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Philosophy research at Hull covers an unusually rich variety of areas, from ancient philosophy to the present, including art and aesthetics, gender theory, philosophy of mind and embodiment, political philosophy and legal theory. In applied philosophy, focal areas include ethics, education, image technologies, and health. Our interests span many traditions and diverse approaches to philosophical issues.
The PhD is aimed at outstanding students who wish to pursue advanced research in philosophy and ultimately to become professional researchers in, and teachers of, philosophy. Students produce a maximum 80, 000 word thesis that can provide the basis for professional publication.
Admission Requirements
6+
60+
For entry onto the PhD programme in Philosophy, you should normally have or expect to obtain a Master’s degree at merit or 60% and above (or international equivalent ) in philosophy, although applications with different disciplinary backgrounds (including the sciences) will be considered on their individual merits.
Domestic
4,712 GBP
International
16,250 GBP
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PhD Philosophy
University of Hull, Hull, United Kingdom
16,250 GBPTuition Fee/year
PhilosophyMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Philosophy research at Hull covers an unusually rich variety of areas, from ancient philosophy to the present, including art and aesthetics, gender theory, philosophy of mind and embodiment, political philosophy and legal theory. In applied philosophy, focal areas include ethics, education, image technologies, and health. Our interests span many traditions and diverse approaches to philosophical issues.
The PhD is aimed at outstanding students who wish to pursue advanced research in philosophy and ultimately to become professional researchers in, and teachers of, philosophy. Students produce a maximum 80, 000 word thesis that can provide the basis for professional publication.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Philosophy research at Hull covers an unusually rich variety of areas, from ancient philosophy to the present, including art and aesthetics, gender theory, philosophy of mind and embodiment, political philosophy and legal theory. In applied philosophy, focal areas include ethics, education, image technologies, and health. Our interests span many traditions and diverse approaches to philosophical issues.
The PhD is aimed at outstanding students who wish to pursue advanced research in philosophy and ultimately to become professional researchers in, and teachers of, philosophy. Students produce a maximum 80, 000 word thesis that can provide the basis for professional publication.
Admission Requirements
Domestic
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