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Philosophy MA

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Study the areas of philosophy that matter to you with this highly flexible course. You'll develop a deeper understanding of philosophy and enhance your career prospects, with the freedom to explore the areas that most interest and inspire you. This degree course offers you enormous freedom as you develop a deeper understanding of philosophy. Whether your first degree was in philosophy or you are transitioning from another discipline, this degree will develop your philosophical understanding and enhance your research skills.Our extensive range of optional modules allows you to focus on a particular area of philosophy in great detail, or to explore widely across the discipline.Our MA is designed both to prepare students who wish to continue to a PhD (as many do), and to provide skills and knowledge to enhance career prospects outside of academia.

Application deadline

04/09/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 24,270per 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 Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    16th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    17th out of 46 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    152 72%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    13th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 81%

    18th

    3

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