Philosophy
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Entry requirements
The usual prerequisite for the MPhil/PhD is a one-year research degree in Philosophy or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Direct admission to the PhD requires the MPhil Stud (or equivalent). All applicants for research degrees must submit two short pieces of work, of about 2,000 words each, with their application.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Our research is consistently ranked among the best in the country. The department has a lively and flourishing postgraduate community, and advanced research students are offered opportunities to gain teaching experience. We enjoy collaborative connections with other London universities, and the activities of the nearby Royal Institute of Philosophy, the Aristotelian Society, and the University of London Institute of Philosophy.
Research areas
- 19th-century German philosophy
- 19th- and 20th-century continental philosophy
- Ancient philosophy
- Epistemology
- Ethics
- Feminist philosophy
- History of 20th-century philosophy
- Metaphysics
- Philosophy of language
- Philosophy of mind
- Political philosophy
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MPhil/PhD
- full time36 months
- part time60 months
Course contact details
- Name
- Mr Richard Edwards
- philosophy@ucl.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)20 7679 7115