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Philosophical Studies MPhil Stud

UCL (University College London)

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UCL (University College London)

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  • Qualification

    MPhil - Master of Philosophy

  • Location

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

Immerse yourself in the world of academic philosophy through this programme designed to give you a rigorous understanding of the discipline. The Philosophical Studies MPhil Stud is one of the most esteemed research Master’s degrees in the UK, giving you valuable academic skills and a solid foundation to progress to future PhD research. Delivered at UCL, you’ll also benefit from access to renowned academics and renowned philosophy institutions. The MPhil Stud degree is a rigorous training course for two years, which includes a 30,000 word thesis examined by viva with external examiners. The course has been devised to better prepare students for doctoral work. This is achieved by giving a breadth of study before future specialisation, providing specialised compulsory research modules and the undertaking of a significant research project in Philosophy. By providing students with this breadth and depth of study, we ensure that our research students who enter doctoral work do so with a deep general understanding of the discipline. This course has been specifically designed for Philosophy graduates who wish to develop a career in academic philosophy. The diverse range of modules and specialised compulsory research elements ensure a breadth and depth of study that enables our research students who enter doctoral work do so with a deep general understanding of the discipline.

Application deadline

09/01/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 31,300per year

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

University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus, Gower Street, London, Greater London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    4th out of 45

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    171 86%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    6th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    38th

    3

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