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Qualification
MA - Master of Arts
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Location
York campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
Explore the ways in which artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping our lives and raising complex social, political, ethical, and conceptual questions.
On this MA you can study issues in AI and investigate them through your own research. You can choose from a wide range of option modules. You'll also be able to create a substantial piece of research following your own interests, with our support. You'll develop valuable transferable skills in research, analysis, critical thinking, and presentation which will be essential if you are thinking of continuing to study to PhD level. The skills that you develop on the course will also equip you for a range of careers, including work with technology ethics and policy, and technology consulting.
You’ll join our postgraduate community across both the Department of Philosophy and the Humanities Research Centre and participate in our broad and diverse research culture.
Assessment and feedback
Your work will be assessed in a variety of ways:
- you'll write a 4,000-word essay for some modules
- you'll write a research proposal and complete a reflective journal for the skills element of Research Skills and Dissemination Practice
- you'll present a paper, chair a session, and complete a funding proposal for the dissemination element of Research Skills and Dissemination Practice
You will also receive assignments throughout your course which will provide constant feedback on your development and help prepare you for your assessments.
Careers and skills
Studying Philosophy develops skills that are highly sought after by employers and transferable to many different careers. Our MA will prepare you for careers including further academic work on the philosophy of AI, technology ethics and policy, and technology consulting. Our graduates have gone on to roles in marketing, education, finance, IT, the charity sector, tourism, and leisure industries, as well as into academia.
Career opportunities
- Civil Service Fast Stream
- Researcher
- Marketing executive
- Public affairs officer
- Management trainee
- Tech start-up advisor
Modules
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£ 25,900per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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