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Philosophy MA
Do we have free will? Is time travel possible? Can we justify religious belief? Study fundamental questions about the world and our existence in it with our MA Philosophy course. Explore the area of philosophy that most interests you. With expert supervision f…
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School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion · Historical, philosophical and religious studies
Do we have free will? Is time travel possible? Can we justify religious belief? Study fundamental questions about the world and our existence in it with our MA Philosophy course. Explore the area of philosophy that most interests you. With expert supervision from a vibrant community of philosophers, you’ll develop skills in critical thinking, communication and research to enhance your future. At — we focus on philosophy with real-world relevance. Build your own Philosophy degree with our wide range of optional modules covering topics from global ethics to philosophy and mental health. Learn from a team of philosophy experts known for their research excellence. - Become part of a Department of leading philosophy academics with the highest ranked research in the UK in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework based on Grade Point Average (Times Higher Education) - Build your own degree and focus on your interests, with a wide range of optional modules ranging from bioethics to philosophy and mental health. - Join a welcoming community and take part in research seminars, workshops and conferences.
Getting in
As the university states it
You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in Philosophy or a relevant subject. This can be a single or joint honours degree containing Philosophy. If your undergraduate degree is in another subject, you can still apply. We consider every application on its merits, and we’ll consider applicants from diverse academic backgrounds. We also encourage you to submit a writing sample, especially in you’ve studied a non-humanities degree. This should be around 1500 words. Although it does not need to be a Philosophy essay, you should demonstrate your ability to present an argument and write in an analytical style. These skills are necessary for postgraduate level Philosophy. If you have been out of academia for some time, we will accept a professional reference and one academic reference, rather than the standard requirement for two academic references.
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