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PhD in Philosophy of Education

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Sheffield Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-DEC-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Philosophy of Education is concerned with asking: What is a good education This relates to a series of other questions, such as: What are the benefits of education for the individual, and for society more generally What is the place of the state and other social institutions in structuring and controlling education How should teachers be trained, and how should they see their role, and their relation to their students And are there any particular benefits to studying philosophy in particular, as a subject to be taught in schools and within wider society This is an exciting time for philosophy of education, with a growing appreciation for what philosophy has to offer in this field.The Department at Sheffield has a group of researchers who engage with this topic, both at the level of their research, and their teaching, making it an excellent place for those interested in this area.

Tuition fees

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£ 23,985per year

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University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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With 28,000 students from over 150 countries, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety, strong sense of community, and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for international students.
Ranked in the UK top 20 (Complete University Guide 2025), Sheffield is a leading university for research and teaching.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    18th out of 45 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    144 72%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    24th

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 79%

    24th

    6

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