Taught course

Philosophy

Institution
University of Leeds · School of Philosophy, Religion and the History of Science
Qualifications
MA

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree with a high 2:1 (Hons) in Philosophy or a related subject.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Philosophy tackles some of the deepest and most complex questions about humanity and our place in the world.

You'll study the key debates, trends and approaches in different areas of philosophy whilst improving your skills in research and critical analysis.

Core modules will give you an overview of different topics in analytic philosophy, from philosophy of mind, religion, language and science to epistemology, ethics, aesthetics and metaphysics. You’ll also choose from a variety of modules specialising in the areas and topics that interest you most.

You’ll be supported by active researchers in a stimulating environment based around our research centres, with access to library resources covering a broad variety of subjects. It’s an excellent opportunity to gain diverse skills for a wide range of careers, as well as further study.

This course is also available to study part-time over 24 months.

Information for international students

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.


Improve your English

International students who do not meet the English language requirements for this programme may be able to study our postgraduate pre-sessional English course, to help improve your English language level.

This pre-sessional course is designed with a progression route to your degree programme and you’ll learn academic English in the context of your subject area. To find out more, read Language for Arts and Humanities (6 weeks) and Language for Social Science and Arts: Arts and Humanities (10 weeks).

If you need to study for longer than 10 weeks, read more about our postgraduate pre-sessional English course.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MA
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Postgraduate Administration Office
Email
prhs_pgenquiries@leeds.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)113 343 3263