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Philosophy MA

Durham University

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Durham University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our MA in Philosophy allows you to explore influential philosophical traditions in depth and to understand how philosophical ideas can illuminate major contemporary questions and global challenges. The degree can be taken over one year full-time or two years part-time, and welcomes students from a wide range of academic backgrounds.You will develop advanced skills in critical analysis, argument, and interpretation, whilst working closely with active researchers. The course includes a substantial independent research project in a philosophical area of your choosing, supported by one-to-one supervision.Throughout your studies, you will be part of a lively research community, with opportunities to attend departmental seminars, reading groups, workshops, and postgraduate-organised activities. Discussion and debate are central to the culture here.Topics may include areas such as the following:metaphysics, mind, and languageethics and aestheticsscience, technology, and societyartificial intelligencewomen in the history of philosophyphenomenology and pragmatismknowledge, power, and healthenvironmental philosophyadvanced topics in conceptual analysis

Tuition fees

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£ 28,500per year

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University information

Durham University

Durham University

Durham University

  • University League Table

    6th

  • Campus address

    Durham City, Palatine Centre, Durham, Durham, DH1 3HP, United Kingdom

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Teaching is research-led and delivered by some of the world's leading experts. Durham supports students to progress to career opportunities around the globe.
More than 120 countries are represented at Durham, creating a diverse and welcoming place to study with an international outlook.
Its collegiate system makes Durham University exceptional. Each student belongs to a college: an inspiring and supportive community to call home from day one.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Philosophy

    7th out of 45

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    170 85%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    7th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    31st

    7

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