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MA by Research Philosophy

University of Reading

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    Whiteknights Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

MA by Research Philosophy is an intensive but flexible research-based philosophy programme for graduates looking to further their studies.Broaden your philosophical knowledge in an intensive but flexible research-based programme for graduates looking to further their studies.Learn through a combination of classes, seminars, reading groups, lectures and guest speaker events and focus your research into your chosen area of study. Our MA by Research programme is ideal preparation if you are considering undertaking future doctoral research.The flexibility of our MA by Research programme enables you to pursue your interests. Structured into weekly seminars where all students present their ongoing work to peers and academics, the course offers regular, individual supervision with expert members of staff in your chosen field. You’ll study in a stimulating research environment where 100% of our research is of international standing. (REF 2021, combining 4, 3 and 2 submissions – Philosophy).

Application deadline

01/08/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,450per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Reading

University of Reading

University of Reading

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    Whiteknights Campus, Henley Business School, University of Reading, Whiteknights, Reading, RG6 6UD, United Kingdom

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The University of Reading is an international community with more than 26,000 students from around 160 countries. 
Reading is a lively town just 22 minutes from London Paddington by train, and 45 minutes from Heathrow Airport by coach. Windsor and Oxford are also close by.
Reading supports undergraduate, master’s and doctoral students to maintain, improve and develop their academic English.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    31st out of 46

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    119 56%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    24th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.26 81%

    12th

    20

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